Butterflies have
always been considered creatures of beauty from their majestically designed
wings to their grace in flight. The ‘Sensational Butterflies’ exhibition at the
Natural History Museum allows you to appreciate these beautiful creatures up
close this summer. Today the sight of a butterfly is a lot less common than it
used to be. This exhibition gives people the chance to see a large number of
different species in one place and learn about one of nature’s amazing life
cycles.
In the world of fashion, butterflies remain an object of beauty. You may have seen jewellery shaped like a butterfly but have you ever wondered if it is a real butterfly? Butterfly wing jewellery has been a popular form of accessory since the 1920s. The style involves painting exquisite pieces of art on the reverse side of a butterfly wing. The most desirable images include crinoline ladies, children, or birds, as well as tropical paradise scenes. They are most commonly found on bracelets, brooches, pins, and pendants. You can grab yourself a small pendant for less than £10 at a vintage market!
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| Lovely Butterfly Wing Pendant Charm featured on Ebay |
Many of the
vintage pieces here at Alfies also let butterflies take center stage. Butterfly
jewellery, such as brooches and pendants, is a prominent feature with vibrant
colours and interesting shapes. Butterfly prints can also be spotted, some even
featuring real butterflies, just like the butterfly wing jewellery.
Below is a selection of a few of the lovely butterfly pieces Alfies has to offer to make your summer just that little bit more colourful:
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| Genuine Antique Butterfly Print, over 100 Years Old. Offered by Moe Heidarieh |
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| Victorian Butterfly Brooch with Stunning Floral Detailing. Offered by Naneen Brooks |
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| Beautiful Vintage Enamel Butterfly Brooch. Offered by June Victor |
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| Butterfly and Floral Print Bow Octagonal Dish c.1760. Offered by Janes Antiques |
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