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Four Butterflies

Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image displays four butterflies with different patterns and positions on a plain gray backdrop. The butterflies vary in wing positions and are distinguished by their unique patterns. The color palette consists of various shades of gray. Each butterfly is positioned differently on the backdrop, with one in profile and three with wings open. The artwork is titled and signed in the bottom right corner.

Artwork Details

Date
1646
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
10413 × 7326 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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