Red-Spotted Purple Butterfly Print

Cool-toned elegance with a hidden fire.

This hand-drawn illustration features the Red-Spotted Purple (Limenitis arthemis astyanax), a stunning butterfly known for its velvety dark wings, iridescent blue shimmer, and bold red-orange spots. Found throughout the eastern U.S., it mimics the toxic Pipevine Swallowtail to avoid predators — a brilliant adaptation wrapped in beauty.

Printed on your choice of archival matte or textured linen fine art paper, this print captures the quiet intensity and fluid grace of the Red-Spotted Purple, perfect for adding depth to any natural or artistic space.

Available Sizes:
- 6x6 inches - modern, square format
- 7x5 inches - a classic and frame-friendly size

Paper Options:
- Matte Fine Art Paper – smooth, velvety finish for crisp detail
- Linen Fine Art Paper – lightly textured with a subtle woven look

Details:
- Original hand-drawn illustration
- Printed to order
- Unframed – frame not included
- Packaged with care in a rigid mailer

Why You'll Love It:
The Red-Spotted Purple is a study in contrasts — dark and soft, calm and vivid. It pairs beautifully with other moody species like the Pipevine Swallowtail or Mexican Bluewing, or stands confidently on its own.