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A Pair of Framed 19th Century Butterfly Prints
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A Pair of Framed 19th Century Butterfly Prints

19th century
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A pair of 19th Century beautifully illustrated chromolithographs of butterflies, moths and caterpillars. Depicting life stages of various moths and butterflies, including caterpillars feeding on their native food sources, by W.F Kirby, circa 1885.

These are presented in our handmade copies of an original Regency frame, of rectangular form, with a central oval border and verre eglomise glazing. These frames are made in our workshop, using the traditional methods of wood, plaster, gesso, bole and gilding with 23 carat gold leaf. They are subtly aged and finished with a period or hand cast brass picture ring for hanging.

The chromolithographs were from ''European Butterflies & Moths'' By W.F Kirby, assistant in the zoological department, British Museum & secretary to the Entomological society of London.

Physical Dimensions
Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Tigers Decorative has dated this Antique Butterfly Prints Pair to the 19th Century.

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SA1015561
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TD2032
Description
A pair of 19th Century beautifully illustrated chromolithographs of butterflies, moths and caterpillars.
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Depicting life stages of various moths and butterflies, including caterpillars feeding on their native food sources, by W.
Tigers Decorative

F Kirby, circa 1885.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames.
fig 1. A Pair of Framed 19th Century Butterfly Prints

These are presented in our handmade copies of an original Regency frame, of rectangular form, with a central oval border and verre eglomise glazing. These frames are made in our workshop, using the traditional methods of wood, plaster, gesso, bole and gilding with 23 carat gold leaf. They are subtly aged and finished with a period or hand cast brass picture ring for hanging.

The chromolithographs were from ''European Butterflies & Moths'' By W.F Kirby, assistant in the zoological department, British Museum & secretary to the Entomological society of London.

Height
45cm (17.72")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Tigers Decorative has dated this Antique Butterfly Prints Pair to the 19th Century.

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SA1015561
Dealers Internal Ref
TD2032
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Archive I A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames.

A Pair of Framed 19th Century Butterfly Prints

Archive II A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View II
Archive III A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View III
Archive IV A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View IV
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Archive XII A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View XII
Archive XIII A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View XIII
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Archive XV A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View XV
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Archive XXI A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View XXI
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Archive XXIV A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View XXIV
Archive XXV A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames. View XXV
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A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames.
A Pair Of Framed 19th Century Butterfly Prints
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A pair of 19th-century framed entomological prints depicting butterflies inside oval gilt mounts surrounded by blue velvet within rectangular beaded giltwood frames.
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During the nineteenth century, natural history study expanded rapidly across Europe, prompting high demand for illustrated scientific publications. Detailed hand-coloured engravings and lithographs of insects and flora were produced both for academic study and upper-class domestic decoration.

The prints were produced on rag paper using copperplate engraving or lithographic printing, followed by hand-applied watercolour pigments. Frames from this era frequently feature wood, hand-applied gold leaf gesso gilding, glass, and fabric mounts such as velvet or silk.

Authentic period prints display plate mark impressions from copper plates or slight variations in hand-applied colour washes. The paper typically shows natural age-related toning, plate lines, or minor foxing under microscopic or visual inspection, distinct from modern digital dot patterns.

Pairs of prints can be hung vertically or horizontally to frame architectural features, such as fireplaces, doorways, or narrow wall niches. Combining framed scientific artwork with contemporary minimalist furniture creates a balanced contrast between historic detail and clean lines.

Display prints away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and paper degradation. Clean giltwood frames using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or dry brush, avoiding water or chemical solvents that could strip delicate leaf gilding.
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