Nymphalis Urticae Collection

Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly (Aglais urticae) feeding on scabious flowers in hay meadow, Wensum Valley, Norfolk, England, UK, July

Atlas moth and white witch moth. 1774 (engraving)
7233246 Atlas moth and white witch moth. 1774 (engraving) by Martinet, Francois Nicolas (1731-1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atlas moth, Attacus atlas (China) and white witch moth

Happy Pentecost (colour litho)
981968 Happy Pentecost (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Happy Pentecost. German greetings card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Beautiful Butterflies: A collector at work in New Guinea (colour litho)
6003270 Beautiful Butterflies: A collector at work in New Guinea (colour litho) by Twidle, Arthur (1865-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: A collector at work in New Guinea)

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) feeding on Ice plant (Sedum sp. )
Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) feeding on Ice plant (Sedum sp.). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. September

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) feeding on Marjoram (Origanum vulgare). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. July

Small tortoishell butterfly (Aglais urticae) on a stained glass window of church on a sunny day Sheffield, England, UK, January

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) resting on old painted door. Dorset, UK, August

RF - Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) nectaring on Verbena (Verbena sp). Cornwall, England, UK. September. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly (Aglais urticae) feeding on Common fleabane (Pulicaria dysenterica) England, UK, August

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) resting on heather, Westhay, Somerset Levels, UK, August

Devil s-bit scabious (Succisa pratensis) and Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September. Digital composite

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) basking on Cornish slate wall, Crantock, Cornwall, UK. June

Mother Nature (pen, ink and w / c on paper)
CH139963 Mother Nature (pen, ink and w/c on paper) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); 35.6x30.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Joseph Banks 1743-1820
3522992 Joseph Banks 1743-1820 by Gillray, James (1757-1815); (add.info.: Joseph Banks 1743-1820 British scientist who was part of James Cooks voyage to Australia. Dated 1795)

A woman holds a perfume flask, ancient Persia, 1928 (print)
7237135 A woman holds a perfume flask, ancient Persia, 1928 (print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: A woman holds a perfume flask as butterflies flutter around it)

The butterfly race. Butterfly hunting scene: a boy followed by his sister runs with a net trying to catch the insect
DUV4202184 The butterfly race. Butterfly hunting scene: a boy followed by his sister runs with a net trying to catch the insect. 1908 (chromolithograph) by Bigot-Valentin (fl)

The Little Thummy. A tiny little girl sitting on a water lily pulls by a butterfly
XEE4181533 The Little Thummy. A tiny little girl sitting on a water lily pulls by a butterfly. Tale by Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875)

A Midsummer Nights Dream, scene from the play by William Shakespeare (1564-1616) (litho)
CHT167940 A Midsummer Nights Dream, scene from the play by William Shakespeare (1564-1616) (litho) by Berty, Maurice (1884-1946); Private Collection; (add.info)

May (oil on panel)
CH378295 May (oil on panel) by Maclise, Daniel (Croquis, Alfred) (1806-70); Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Butterflies, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1922 (colour litho)
829057 Butterflies, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1922 (colour litho) by Barbier

Page 447. The Capricorn Beetle;the Yellow Lamia;the Broad Water Beetle;the Oculator Lamia;the Menelaus Butterfly;the
5670233 Page 447. The Capricorn Beetle; the Yellow Lamia; the Broad Water Beetle; the Oculator Lamia; the Menelaus Butterfly; the Orange tipped Butterfly, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby

A Goldfish Bowl, Roses, Fruits and Nuts with Insects on a Stone Ledge, 1705 (oil on canvas)
6452841 A Goldfish Bowl, Roses, Fruits and Nuts with Insects on a Stone Ledge, 1705 (oil on canvas) by Roedig, Johan Christiaan (1751-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roedig)

The holy family with the butterfly and with st Elisabeth and st John the Baptist Painting by Pellegro Piola (1617-1640)
LRI4702878 The holy family with the butterfly and with st Elisabeth and st John the Baptist Painting by Pellegro Piola (1617-1640), 17th century Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova (inv n 110) by Piola

Batik skirt sarong for a woman of mixed descent (Javanese-European or Javanese-Chinese) (textile)
LIT389570 Batik skirt sarong for a woman of mixed descent (Javanese-European or Javanese-Chinese) (textile) by Indonesian School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Elephant hawk moth, Deilephila elpenor. 1800 (engraving)
7235363 Elephant hawk moth, Deilephila elpenor.1800 (engraving) by Harris, Moses (1730-c.88); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephant hawk moth, Deilephila elpenor)

Autumn Roses (pen, ink and w / c on paper)
CH139964 Autumn Roses (pen, ink and w/c on paper) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); 38.4x28.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

"Had to chase his butterflies with a crown upon his head"illustration from The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
7214619 " Had to chase his butterflies with a crown upon his head" illustration from The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle, 1922 by Lofting

Child dressed as a butterfly (b / w photo)
3094425 Child dressed as a butterfly (b/w photo) by Manuel, Henri (1874-1947) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Child dressed as a butterfly)

The Bag - The Wallet (Collection 1, Livre 1, fable 7) - engraving from "A Hundred Fables of La
XEE4161812 The Bag - The Wallet (Collection 1, Livre 1, fable 7) - engraving from " A Hundred Fables of La Fontaine" Illustrated by Percy J

Frontispeice in Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1925 (colour litho)
829012 Frontispeice in Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1925 (colour litho) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Page 449. The Blata Gigantea or American Cockroach;yellow Butterfly;the Idomenus Butterfly
5670235 Page 449. The Blata Gigantea or American Cockroach; yellow Butterfly; the Idomenus Butterfly, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby

Designs for wallpaper border with Stag Beetles and Mushrooms, andWood Sorrel flower with Butterflies
5055678 Designs for wallpaper border with Stag Beetles and Mushrooms, andWood Sorrel flower with Butterflies, and an Enamel Panel with Swans, Iris and Waterlillies

Illustration for Fetes Galantes, 1928 (colour litho)
617999 Illustration for Fetes Galantes, 1928 (colour litho) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fetes Galantes by Paul Verlaine, published Paris)

A Safavid dynasty lacquer bookcover depicting a parrot perching on the branch of an apple blossom (one of a pair), c
1196737 A Safavid dynasty lacquer bookcover depicting a parrot perching on the branch of an apple blossom (one of a pair), c.1659-1660 (lacquer bookcover, painted in colours and gold) by Abbasi

"Bouquet de fleurs"(Flowers) Sont aussi representes un nid avec des oeufs et des insectes (dont papillon)
FIA5338093 " Bouquet de fleurs" (Flowers) Sont aussi representes un nid avec des oeufs et des insectes (dont papillon, mouche)

The processional Bombyce, its caterpillar, the Marten Bombyce, the Murier Bombyce, the Silk Worm, its hull
JEB4830225 The processional Bombyce, its caterpillar, the Marten Bombyce, the Murier Bombyce, the Silk Worm, its hull, its chrysalide.in " Fauna of the Doctors or history of animals

How Our Boys spent their Holidays (engraving)
1047585 How Our Boys spent their Holidays (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: How Our Boys spent their Holidays)

Page 450. Unidentified moth;Burnet Moth;White Branded Tyger Moth;the Deaths Head Moth;the Scarlet Admiral Butterfly;the
5670236 Page 450. Unidentified moth; Burnet Moth; White Branded Tyger Moth; the Deaths Head Moth; the Scarlet Admiral Butterfly; the Black Legged Bug, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby

Page 448. The Scorpion;the Armenian Bird Spider;the Black tipped Yellow Butterfly;the Glossy Green Carabus;the
5670234 Page 448. The Scorpion; the Armenian Bird Spider; the Black tipped Yellow Butterfly; the Glossy Green Carabus; the Caerulian Savage; the Ephippiger Grasshopper

Ms 343. Caesar, Opera, f. 1r. Illuminated initial [G] in gold with white vine-stem decoration with a small butterfly
5979387 Ms 343. Caesar, Opera, f.1r. Illuminated initial [G] in gold with white vine-stem decoration with a small butterfly above, inhabited by a putto playing a horn

Jungle Chat c1930 (gouache on paper)
7243608 Jungle Chat c1930 (gouache on paper) by Hunter, Edmund (1866-1937); Private Collection; Edmund & Alec Hunter Collection

Giant sphinx, Rothschildia aurota, Luna moth. 1774 (engraving)
7233245 Giant sphinx, Rothschildia aurota, Luna moth. 1774 (engraving) by Martinet, Francois Nicolas (1731-1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giant sphinx, Cocytius antaeus 1, larva 2, pupa 3)

Apple blossom (colour litho)
7157310 Apple blossom (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apple blossom. Illustration from The Illustrated London Almanack)

On the Water - Morning (colour litho)
7157281 On the Water - Morning (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Water - Morning)

Fancy Portrait, "I d be a butterfly"(engraving)
7178081 Fancy Portrait, " I d be a butterfly" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fancy Portrait)

Fruit on a Draped Ledge with a Red Admiral (oil on canvas)
6448741 Fruit on a Draped Ledge with a Red Admiral (oil on canvas) by Ladell, Edward (1821-86); Private Collection

Girls picking flowers and apples (colour litho)
7201305 Girls picking flowers and apples (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girls picking flowers and apples)

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The Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly, scientifically known as Nymphalis urticae, is a stunning creature that captivates the eyes of nature enthusiasts worldwide. This beautiful butterfly can be found in various habitats, from hay meadows to Cornish slate walls and even stained glass windows of churches. One captivating image shows a Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly delicately feeding on scabious flowers in a picturesque hay meadow. Its vibrant orange wings stand out against the lush green surroundings, creating a mesmerizing sight. In another scene captured in New Guinea, we witness a collector at work admiring the beauty of these butterflies. A color lithograph showcases their intricate patterns and vivid colors, reminding us of the incredible diversity found in nature. During sunny days in June, these enchanting creatures can often be seen basking on Cornish slate walls or resting on old painted doors. Their presence brings life and vibrancy to even the most mundane settings. Feeding habits vary for this species; they are known to indulge in Ice plant and Marjoram nectar with equal delight. The delicate balance between their fragile bodies and the world around them is truly awe-inspiring. A particularly striking photograph captures a Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly perched gracefully on an exquisite stained glass window of a church. The juxtaposition of natural beauty against man-made artistry creates an ethereal ambiance that leaves viewers breathless. Not only do these butterflies bring joy through their visual appeal but also contribute to ecological balance by pollinating Verbena plants while nectaring. Their role as pollinators highlights their importance within ecosystems and reminds us of our responsibility towards preserving biodiversity. In addition to its natural habitat interactions, this remarkable species has also made appearances throughout history as artistic inspiration.