The Story
An expansive and awe-inspiring visual survey celebrating the stunning beauty of butterflies and moths across art, history, science, and culture
Butterflies have enchanted people for thousands of years, capturing human imagination for so long that they are deeply entwined in our culture and history. Butterfly: Exploring the World of Lepidoptera delves into this enduring love for butterflies, moths, and caterpillars, taking readers on a journey across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and image-makers throughout history—from ancient Egypt over 4,000 years ago to the present day—have been inspired by these ethereal insects.
Featuring more than 250 entries, each represented with a gorgeous large-scale image, this expansive visual survey spans a wide range of styles and media, including paintings, botanical illustrations, sculptures, nature photography, children’s books, textiles, and jewelry.
Cleverly paired to highlight thought-provoking contrasts and similarities, regardless of time period, the images showcase butterflies and moths—from the blue morpho and monarch to the death’s-head hawkmoth—in all stages of their life cycle.
- 312 pages
- Hardcover
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
An expansive and awe-inspiring visual survey celebrating the stunning beauty of butterflies and moths across art, history, science, and culture
Butterflies have enchanted people for thousands of years, capturing human imagination for so long that they are deeply entwined in our culture and history. Butterfly: Exploring the World of Lepidoptera delves into this enduring love for butterflies, moths, and caterpillars, taking readers on a journey across continents and cultures to discover the endless ways artists and image-makers throughout history—from ancient Egypt over 4,000 years ago to the present day—have been inspired by these ethereal insects.
Featuring more than 250 entries, each represented with a gorgeous large-scale image, this expansive visual survey spans a wide range of styles and media, including paintings, botanical illustrations, sculptures, nature photography, children’s books, textiles, and jewelry.
Cleverly paired to highlight thought-provoking contrasts and similarities, regardless of time period, the images showcase butterflies and moths—from the blue morpho and monarch to the death’s-head hawkmoth—in all stages of their life cycle.
- 312 pages
- Hardcover
