Butterfly Collection | Original Seashell Pastel Painting by Desley Stewar
A$845.00
Introduce an award-winning piece of coastal fine art to your home. Butterfly Collection by acclaimed Australian artist Desley Stewart is a strikingly realistic seashell pastel painting that captures the whimsical, serene joy of beachcombing. Inspired by peaceful days spent wandering along the shoreline, this original artwork beautifully reimagines open pipi seashells as delicate, sun-bleached butterflies resting on the sand. Stewart’s hyper-realistic mastery of soft pastels brings out the tactile chalky ridges, soft mineral gradients, and natural textures of each seashell with breathtaking precision.
This exceptional seashell painting is a highly decorated masterpiece, having been awarded Still Life Winner in the Pastel Society of Australia’s 2025 Annual Awards. By transforming familiar coastal treasures into a poetic, imaginative composition, the artwork radiates a deep sense of calm, nostalgia, and quiet wonder. It serves as a sophisticated visual sanctuary for your interior, making it the perfect focal piece for collectors looking to buy an original beach-themed artwork that combines refined technical skill with the restorative peace of the ocean.
Measuring a versatile 41cm x 41cm, this one-of-a-kind original seashell artwork is hand-crafted using professional-grade soft pastels on archival Pastelmat. It comes beautifully presented to a premium gallery standard in a high-quality timber frame, accented by an elegant double matboard. Fitted with museum-grade anti-reflective glass, the framing completely eliminates harsh room glare, allowing you to appreciate the velvety depth of the pastel pigments from any angle. Signed by the artist and arriving ready to hang, Butterfly Collection stands out as a premier investment piece on its own, or as part of a high-end, cohesive gallery display when paired with other original seashell paintings from Stewart's five-part Seashell Collection.
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Product Information
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Artist: Desley Stewart (Australia)
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Title: Butterfly Collection
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Artwork Type: Original seashell painting / Still life fine art
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Accolades: Still Life Winner – Pastel Society of Australia 2025 Annual Awards
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Collection: The Seashell Collection (Part of a 5-original series)
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Dimensions: 41cm (W) x 41cm (H) (Dimensions include the custom frame)
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Media: Professional-grade soft pastels on premium archival Pastelmat.
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Framing: Professionally housed in a premium timber frame with a luxury double matboard.
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Glass: Fitted with high-end anti-reflective glass for absolute clarity and glare-free viewing.
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Authentication: Signed by the artist.
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Display: Finished with a secure, heavy-duty wire on the back—completely ready to hang straight out of the box.
Care & Preservation Instructions
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Handle with Care: Soft pastels are a delicate, powder-based archival medium. This original seashell artwork has been permanently framed and sealed behind glass for absolute preservation. Do not attempt to unframe or open the backing.
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Sunlight Protection: To safeguard the soft, natural seashell pigments from fading over time, install your framed artwork away from continuous, harsh direct sunlight.
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Environmental Balance: Display in a stable, climate-controlled indoor space. Avoid high-humidity areas like unventilated bathrooms to prevent moisture from becoming trapped under the glass panel.
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Glass Maintenance: Clean the anti-reflective glass gently using a clean, bone-dry microfiber cloth. If a cleaner is needed, spray a tiny amount of glass cleaner onto the cloth first—never spray liquids directly onto the timber frame.
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