Emerald Swallowtail with Real Butterfly Framed Print

Emerald Swallowtail Butterfly, 2025
Printed with Real Butterfly Mounted on Paper, Framed
Unique | Edition 1 of 1
50.8 x 76.2 cm (20 x 30 in)

A singular fusion of art, science, and nature, Emerald Swallowtail Butterfly is a breathtaking, one-of-a-kind creation by artist Bran — part of his celebrated macro lens butterfly series. This piece captures the vivid green iridescence and geometric precision of one of the world’s most beautiful butterflies, transformed into an abstract landscape of light and form.

Printed on museum-grade archival paper and housed beneath non-reflective glass in a hand-crafted bespoke frame, the image alone is a captivating testament to nature’s design. But its true rarity lies in what’s embedded within: in the lower left corner, the very butterfly used to create the photograph is delicately mounted on the print itself — pinned by Bran with precision and reverence.

This original specimen adds a deeply tangible layer to the work — allowing the viewer to see both the magnified abstraction of the wing and the fragile, physical creature that inspired it. It's a striking contrast that elevates the piece from artwork to artifact, making it a unique collector’s treasure.

Bran’s butterfly macro photography is rooted in a career that began in the 1990s, where his deep respect for visual storytelling took flight. His use of extreme close-up technique pushes photography into the realm of fine art, revealing the hidden architecture of the natural world. Each piece serves as both celebration and preservation — honoring the fragility, complexity, and genius of nature.

Edition 1 of 1 — there will never be another. This is a once-in-a-lifetime acquisition for collectors who value rare beauty and the harmony of art and biology.