Stained Glass Papilio Ulysses Bookends
Bring the majestic "Blue Emperor" of the rainforest to your personal library. These handcrafted Stained Glass Papilio Ulysses Bookends masterfully blend exquisite entomological art with heavy-duty library support, capturing the iconic swallowtail silhouette and vibrant teal hues of this legendary butterfly species.
Why It’s a Masterpiece for Your Shelf:
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Swallowtail Elegance: Carefully hand-scored to capture the signature trailing "tails" and stark black margins of the Ulysses butterfly. The striking contrast between the deep opaque black and the wispy teal/turquoise inner wings creates a dramatic focal point.
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Frontal Light Brilliance: Crafted from specialized opalescent art glass that thrives under direct frontal ambient light. No window backlighting is required to experience its vivid, dynamic color shifts in your room.
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Heavy-Duty & Safe: Engineered for complete mechanical safety. The solid wood L-bases hold the actual compression weight of your heaviest books between them, fully protecting the delicate glass wings extending on the outside.
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Intricate Artisan Metalwork: Assembled using the time-honored Tiffany copper-foil method. The intricate structural veins are finished in a Bright Copper Patina, perfectly harmonizing with the natural golden wood base.
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The Perfect Collector's Gift: An heirloom-quality statement piece specifically designed for entomology enthusiasts, botanical collectors, and avid readers.
Specs:
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Size (Per side): 5.9" W x 8.9" H x 2.8" D (15 x 22.5 x 7 cm)
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Includes: 1 Pair (Left and Right wings with 2 wooden bases).
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Materials: Genuine streaky opalescent art glass, natural solid wood, copper foil, tin/lead solder.
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Solder Finish: Bright Copper Patina.