Butterflies Painting for Sale

Butterflies stand as a source of inspiration for all artists, but especially for painters. In fact, butterflies have been a recurring theme and motif in Western art, particularly in Dutch, Italian and Flemish painting. By the ephemeral nature of its existence, this insect can symbolize the fleeting nature of time or death. It can also represent the famous "Memento mori" found in still lifes. Also considered as the mirror of the soul, Butterflies foreshadow destiny and are symbols of resurrection. From Henriette Gorbitz, Safia Wosth to Elisabeth Becker... Discover the butterfly painting for you with Artsper! 

Butterflies are the beauties or pageant queens of the insect world. The butterfly begins life from humble beginnings. It is the transformation of the butterfly that has enchants us and causes us to regale in this insect's beauty even more. The perfection in its imperfection. The ugly duckling of the insect world. Uniquely feminine, many artists seek to capture the butterflies' beauty and preserve it in painting.

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Painting, Blue silence, Zhanar Sagidolla

Zhanar Sagidolla

Painting . 60.5 x 60.5 x 1.8 cm Painting . 23.8 x 23.8 x 0.7 inch

€1,446

Painting, What If, Obiora Anamaleze

Obiora Anamaleze

Painting . 119.4 x 114.3 x 2.5 cm Painting . 47 x 45 x 1 inch

€2,123

Painting, Tropical Twins, Sreya Gupta

Sreya Gupta

Painting . 76.2 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting . 30 x 30 x 1 inch

€1,100

Painting, L'amour, Kevin Yrin

Kevin Yrin

Painting . 119 x 105 x 3 cm Painting . 46.9 x 41.3 x 1.2 inch

€2,950

Painting, Madame, Géraldine G.

Géraldine G.

Painting . 50 x 50 x 1 cm Painting . 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

€1,500

Painting, 9th rider, Nicholas Robertson

Nicholas Robertson

Painting . 75.9 x 61 x 0.5 cm Painting . 29.9 x 24 x 0.2 inch

€1,699

Painting, Wings in indigo, Judith Ruiz

Judith Ruiz

Painting . 150 x 120 x 1 cm Painting . 59.1 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch

€3,700

Painting, Butterfly, Octavian Neaugu

Octavian Neaugu

Painting . 40 x 40 x 2 cm Painting . 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

€400

Painting, J'adore, Yasna Godovanik

Yasna Godovanik

Painting . 100 x 100 x 2 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

€1,590

Painting, Butterfly, Karo Trass

Karo Trass

Painting . 20 x 40 x 2 cm Painting . 7.9 x 15.7 x 0.8 inch

€120

Painting, Don't ask, Iryna Kobzar

Iryna Kobzar

Painting . 55 x 46 x 2 cm Painting . 21.7 x 18.1 x 0.8 inch

€850

Painting, Rouge papillons, Louis Magre

Louis Magre

Painting . 80 x 80 x 3 cm Painting . 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch

€3,900

Painting, Free, Gillian Brin

Gillian Brin

Painting . 140 x 140 x 0.5 cm Painting . 55.1 x 55.1 x 0.2 inch

€950 €855

Painting, Nymphe, Els Knockaert

Els Knockaert

Painting . 30 x 30 x 3 cm Painting . 11.8 x 11.8 x 1.2 inch

€900

Painting, Enjoy Today, Lili Tao

Lili Tao

Painting . 40 x 40 x 1.8 cm Painting . 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.7 inch

€1,080

Painting, Within, Oluwafemi Akanmu

Oluwafemi Akanmu

Painting . 83.8 x 67.3 x 2.5 cm Painting . 33 x 26.5 x 1 inch

€1,897

Painting, The Time, Emil Aziz

Emil Aziz

Painting . 90 x 100 x 2 cm Painting . 35.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch

€4,200

Painting, Miss Ocean, Victoria Stagni

Victoria Stagni

Painting . 65 x 100 x 3 cm Painting . 25.6 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch

€3,400

Painting, Leonie, Nef

Nef

Painting . 30 x 24 x 4 cm Painting . 11.8 x 9.4 x 1.6 inch

€500

Painting, Sugar Blossom, Andra Daans

Andra Daans

Painting . 119.9 x 80 x 1.8 cm Painting . 47.2 x 31.5 x 0.7 inch

€4,370

Painting, Moths, Marian Williams

Marian Williams

Painting . 30 x 30 x 4 cm Painting . 11.8 x 11.8 x 1.6 inch

€250

Painting, Wonder, Nadezda Stupina

Nadezda Stupina

Painting . 100 x 81 x 2 cm Painting . 39.4 x 31.9 x 0.8 inch

€2,170

Painting, Scent of a Woman, Emil Aziz

Emil Aziz

Painting . 100 x 70 x 2 cm Painting . 39.4 x 27.6 x 0.8 inch

€3,100

Painting, Sweet rosea, Christy

Christy

Painting . 100 x 81 x 2 cm Painting . 39.4 x 31.9 x 0.8 inch

€3,700

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Need help with Butterflies Painting ?
What is the significance of butterflies in paintings?
Butterflies in paintings symbolize transformation, beauty, and freedom. They are often used to represent the fleeting nature of life and the idea of metamorphosis. In art, butterflies can also be seen as a metaphor for the human soul or spirit. Overall, they add a sense of whimsy and wonder to any painting.
What are some famous butterfly paintings throughout history?
Some of the most famous butterfly paintings throughout history include "The Butterfly" by Odilon Redon, "The Butterfly Hunt" by Carl Wilhelm de Hamilton, and "The Butterfly Cabinet" by Maria Sibylla Merian. These paintings showcase the beauty and intricacy of butterflies in art.
How can I create my own butterfly painting?
To create your own butterfly painting, start by sketching the butterfly on canvas. Then, choose your color palette and begin painting the butterfly's wings. Add details such as veins and spots, and finish with a background that complements the butterfly. Practice and patience are key to creating a beautiful butterfly painting.