1646
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paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Four Butterflies is a 1646 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching features four butterflies, each with distinct patterns and colors. The top-left butterfly has a black body with white wings adorned with black spots and stripes. The top-right butterfly boasts a dark brown body with light brown wings, showcasing a mix of spots and stripes. The bottom-left butterfly has a dark brown body with light brown wings, featuring spots and stripes. The bottom-right butterfly displays a light brown body with dark brown wings, also featuring spots and stripes. The butterflies are set against a light brown background, which provides a subtle contrast to their vibrant colors. The etching technique used to create this artwork adds a level of detail and texture to the butterflies' patterns. For more information on the artist behind this etching, explore the works of Hollar, Wenceslaus.
Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.
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