"Symmetry and Stillness" - 10x10" Framed Butterflies by Chris Lee

In Symmetry in Stillness, Chris Lee presents a poised and contemplative display of two Hestina assimilis butterflies, artfully aligned to mirror each other in vertical harmony. Known as the Red Ring Skirt, these butterflies are native to Asia and recognized for their bold black and white wing patterns, contrasted by soft red markings near the base of their hindwings. This natural symmetry draws the viewer into a moment of quiet reflection, underscored by the pale blue background that enhances the butterflies’ visual prominence.

Encased in a modern shadowbox frame, this artwork emphasizes both the structure and fragility of the natural world, preserved in a minimalist, almost ethereal presentation.

Butterfly Identification:

• Species: Hestina assimilis (Red Ring Skirt)

• Distribution: East and Southeast Asia

• Traits: Striking monochrome wings with red-ringed hindwing bases; part of the Nymphalidae family

Frame Features:

• Outer Frame: Brushed metallic silver with clean edges

• Inner Mat: White, with a deep inset creating a shadowbox effect

• Background: Matte pastel blue to evoke calm and contrast

• Mount Style: Floating, vertically mirrored butterflies

• Front Panel: Clear protective glass or acrylic