"Amethyst Drift" Cloche/Dome by Chris Lee

In Amethyst Drift, Chris Lee channels a serene stillness, pairing monochromatic butterflies with a lush green base and a striking violet quartz centerpiece. The dome feels like a moment suspended in breath—cool, meditative, and delicately balanced. A Delias pasithoe hovers at the top, its creamy wings streaked with smoky black veining like ink bleeding through snow. Below, a Pieris rapae, the modest Cabbage White, perches with simple elegance against a raw amethyst crystal, creating a visual contrast as calming as moonlight on water.

Soft moss mounds and subtle sprigs of fern flank the base, grounding the piece with an inviting, forest-floor plushness. The entire scene is encapsulated under a crystal-clear acrylic dome that preserves the quiet, sacred energy within.

Specimen Identification:
Upper Butterfly: Delias pasithoe (Redbase Jezebel – female)
– Range: South and Southeast Asia
– Traits: Translucent wing tips with delicate patterning, highly sought for display

Lower Butterfly: Pieris rapae (Small White or Cabbage White)
– Range: Worldwide
– Traits: Clean, minimal wings; often overlooked, but quietly symbolic of transformation

Display Details:
Display Type: Acrylic dome with cork base
Base: Real preserved moss and fern
Mineral Accent: Amethyst crystal point – symbol of peace, clarity, and intuition
Arrangement:
– Delias mounted higher, wings open in flight
– Pieris seated gently atop the crystal like a prayer offering
– Arrangement evokes stillness and reflection

Atmosphere: Like stepping into a silent grove at dusk, where magic lingers and thoughts still