Blue Morpho Skeleton Wing Anatomy Study PLATE I
A half Skeleton Portis morpho butterfly framed with antique style butterfly anatomy print.
COMMON NAME: Butterfly Wing Anatomy – Blue Morpho
SPECIES: Morpho portis
LOCALITY: South America
FRAME SIZE: 6″ x 8″ x 1.25″
FRAME COLOR: BLACK, WHITE, OR DARK WALNUT.
MUSEUM QUALITY SHADOWBOX: UV blocking conservation glass, gallery style frames, archival papers. Also comes with interesting natural history information about species.
See why our insect frames are the TOP CHOICE of interior designers, museums and customers.
Product Description
This unique display features a skeletonized Blue Morpho butterfly specimen. Using a specialized process we delicately de-scale a portion of the butterflies’ wings to reveal their intricate anatomy. Inspired by Victorian-era academic displays these exotic shadowboxes featured in our “Skeleton” series are an excellent addition to any curiosity collection.
This South American species has long been prized amongst antiquarians, it’s beautiful shiny blue wings have graced the notable royal collections of the Tsar of Russia Peter the Great, the Austrian Empress Maria Theresa and the Queen of Sweden Ulrika Eleonora.
Each butterfly includes natural history informational card on the back of the frame. All of our work is framed with UV blocking glass to preserve colors and details.
PLATE I. in the Skeleton Butterfly series. Collect them all!
THE FRAMING:
► 6” H x 8” W x 1¼ “ D (choose frame color: black, walnut, white)
► Tru-Vue UV blocking conservation glass (so colors / details won’t fade)
► Gallery quality shadowbox frame
► Archival mounting materials (Acid and Lignin-free)
► Hook attached to back to hang on wall (Frame can also stand on its own)
► Natural history story about the specimen comes on a vintage style museum label.
► Info about ethical insect origin and care of display.
► Professionally made by an entomologist in Sonoma County California.
WE FRAME WITH UV BLOCKING GLASS:
UV rays are one of the most significant sources of degradation in museum artwork so we use Tru-Vue Conservation Clear UV blocking glass which blocks 99% of UV rays so you can enjoy your insect art for decades.
BEST OF BUGS:
The high quality and detail of our framed insect displays have been recognized by Pottery Barn, West Elm, Apartment Therapy, Herman Miller and won the BEST of HOUZZ award (leading home design site) for 2014 & 2015. see all our awards and press.
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Your order will ship within 1 to 4 business days. If you are not 100% satisfied with your selection, you can return or exchange it within 7 days of receipt.
SHIPPING within UNITED STATES: FRAMED INSECTS ship for $9.95 JEWELRY ships for $3.50 per order.
SHIPPING outside of UNITED STATES: JEWELRY: $13 for international orders. FRAMED INSECTS cannot be shipped abroad due to exporting restrictions.
INSECT FRAMES: Keep out of direct sunlight and areas of high humidity.
JEWELRY: Butterfly wing jewelry is not waterproof. Care should be taken to avoid contact with moisture, as this will damage the wing. Do not apply perfume close to the wing. When not wearing, store in a cool dark dry place to preserve the colors. Polish with a soft silver polishing cloth.
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