Black Swallowtail with Real Butterfly Framed Print

Black Swallowtail Butterfly, 2025

Printed with a Real Butterfly Mounted on Paper, Framed
Unique | Edition 1 of 1
50.8 x 76.2 cm (20 x 30 in)

A true collector’s treasure, Black Swallowtail Butterfly is a one-of-a-kind artwork that fuses fine art photography with natural history. Captured through a macro lens by renowned artist Bran, this museum-grade archival print reveals the mesmerising complexity of the Black Swallowtail’s wing — magnifying nature’s own abstract masterpiece in extraordinary detail.

Encased behind non-reflective glass in a hand-crafted, bespoke frame, the print alone is a striking tribute to the elegance of the natural world. But what elevates this edition to the truly exceptional is the inclusion of the original butterfly specimen — the very same used to create the image — delicately mounted in the lower left corner of the composition.

Pinned with care directly onto the archival print, this real Black Swallowtail transforms the piece into a singular object of reverence. It is not only an artwork, but also a preservation of nature’s ephemeral beauty — where the viewer experiences both the blown-up marvel of the wing and the fragile reality of the insect itself.

Bran’s butterfly wing macro photography is a breathtaking exploration of nature’s intricate beauty, pushing the boundaries of traditional photography into the realm of abstract art. With roots in 1990s documentary photography, Bran’s lifelong passion for storytelling is evident in every feathered scale and kaleidoscopic pattern. Each image offers a new lens through which to see the world — inviting awe, reflection, and connection.

This is Edition 1 of 1 — there will never be another like it. A rare fusion of photographic precision and natural wonder, ideal for serious collectors and art lovers alike.