Framed Butterfly Specimen | King Swallowtail (5x5)

King Swallowtail

(Papilio thoas)

A preserved butterfly specimen, suspended within a floating frame designed to showcase its natural form from every angle.

Large in personality even in a compact frame, the King Swallowtail features dramatic black wings crossed with warm yellow markings and finished with the elegant tails that give swallowtails their distinctive shape.

Each piece is one-of-a-kind, with subtle natural variations that make every specimen unique.

Description

Bring a piece of natural history into your space with this floating butterfly specimen. Carefully preserved and mounted by hand, each butterfly is displayed between clear panels that create a modern, weightless presentation.

The King Swallowtail is known for its bold black-and-yellow contrast, sweeping wing pattern, and classic swallowtail silhouette.

The compact 5x5 frame creates a smaller, more intimate display while still allowing the butterfly's distinctive markings and shape to remain the focus.

Its strong contrast and recognizable form make it an easy addition to a collection without overwhelming smaller shelves, desks, or gallery arrangements.

No two are exactly alike. Variations in markings, coloration, wing shape, and texture are part of what make each specimen distinctive.

Details

• Price: $50

• Frame size: 5" x 5"

• Style: Floating acrylic frame

• Finish: Black-edged acrylic

• Specimen: Real preserved butterfly

• Mounting: Hand-set and secured between panels

Display

Designed for shelves, mantels, gallery walls, desks, or display cabinets.

The smaller 5x5 format makes this piece especially easy to mix into an existing collection or display alongside other preserved butterflies and natural-history specimens.

Beautiful displayed alone or grouped with other framed specimens for a layered, curated look.

Please Note

Due to the natural variation in butterfly specimens, your piece may differ slightly from the image shown. Differences in wing shape, markings, color intensity, and symmetry are part of the character and authenticity of each specimen.

Specimen

King Swallowtail

(Papilio thoas)

Also known as the Thoas Swallowtail, the King Swallowtail is a large black-and-yellow species found throughout parts of the Americas.

Its dark wings are crossed by prominent yellow markings and finished with elongated tails, giving it the dramatic silhouette associated with classic swallowtail butterflies.

Its bold pattern and elegant shape make Papilio thoas a striking and approachable specimen for both new and established collectors.