European Butterflies & Moths - William Forsell Kirby Art Print
Description
Transform your living space into a Victorian naturalist's paradise with this European Butterflies and Moths art print. William Forsell Kirby's 19th-century lepidoptera masterpiece will flutter to life on your walls, inviting endless contemplation.
The enhanced matte finish of the art print brings the world of winged wonders to life in elegant hues. Each specimen meticulously numbered and poised in flight. Cerulean Polyommatinae dance alongside fiery Lycaeninae, their delicate antennae and intricate wing patterns beckoning closer inspection.
This isn't merely wall decor; it's a portal to 1882 London's scientific renaissance. The matte finish enhances the cream background, allowing Kirby's precise brushstrokes to shine. Emerald foliage and blushing blooms weave through the composition, evoking the butterflies' natural habitats.
As your eyes trace the taxonomic arrangement, you'll uncover the hidden language of nature. From powdery blues to bold coppers, each hue tells a story of adaptation and beauty. The print's enhanced quality ensures every minute detail - from gossamer wings to tiny leg segments - stands out in stunning clarity.
By hanging this vintage-inspired artwork, you'll infuse your home with the spirit of discovery that defined an era of scientific exploration.
Information
• Patience is... boring: Printed locally in the USA, EU, UK and AUS. Meaning your new treasure arrives in a flash, not a sigh.
• Fine art paper for bold statements: Archival grade enhanced matte paper — delivering spectacular colors so rich, potent and tactile that your new print hums with life.
• Forget faded reproductions and printable posters: This print's fueled by colors that sing. Rendered with precision on warm-toned museum quality paper using water-based inks that shine for decades.
• FSC® certified: the math is simple: responsible forest management = art that doesn't cost the earth.
About the Artist
Shipping & Delivery
Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
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Returns & Refunds
Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
2. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
3. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
4. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
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Brand New, Just For You
Your new fine art print will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing art people actually want.
Eco-inks
Your new fine art print will be printed with bright and vibrant water-based inks. Non-hazardous and toxin-free, they meet the strict industry standards defined by Oeko-Tex 100.
FSC® Certified Paper
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.