Paper Butterfly with Gold Thread / Wire Wings

Paper Butterfly with Gold Thread / Wire Wings

This unusual and highly skilled artisan butterfly is hand strung wire that is no larger than a thread. I can't tell what the actual wings are made of, but they mimic the wings of a natural butterfly. I think they are some kind of parchment paper. The wires cross over each other in a woven pattern that holds the wings in place. The "body" of the piece has a black covering and the head is a small pearl. The antennas are tiny wires as well. It is really an interesting work of art and very delicate. It measures 2 X 1¾ inches.

My research resulted in finding that the wires that comprise the wings are actually a gold thread. These treasures were often brought back from Japan during WWII by soldiers for their wives and sweethearts.

I have another of these unusual butterflies listed as item #782, which is a different color.

When purchasing two jewelry items, the shipping will be combined for the price of one item. Three or more jewelry items will be shipped free of charge, within the US.

Item ID: 1216

Gender: Female, Age Group: Adult, Color: Multiple, Size: 2 inches

$28 USD REDUCED

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