Five Butterflies and a Moth after 1644

"Five Butterflies and a Moth" is an etching by renowned Czech artist Wenceslaus Hollar, dating after 1644. The artwork, currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases Hollar’s meticulous attention to detail in capturing the delicate intricacies of each insect. The print features five butterflies and a moth, rendered with remarkable accuracy and precision, showcasing Hollar’s mastery of the etching technique. This print is a fine example of the 17th-century's fascination with the natural world and the emerging scientific interest in entomology.