Sky Switch Butterfly, 2024

Sky Switch Butterfly, 2024
Found objects (camera parts, watch parts, electronics, transformer wire), pressure-cast urethane resin, alum/brass hanger. 

A fictitious specimen inspired by the Common Bluebottle (Graphium sarpedon) butterfly. The wings are composed of resistors, capacitors, enameled wire from motor coils and a bit of brass wire. the abdomen is the lever part of a small, chromed toggle switch.

Cast: 3.8 x 1.5 in (9.65 x 3.81 cm) 
Weight: 0.76 lbs 

• Certificate of Authenticity included.
• Includes hanging screw for drywall or wood wall. 
• Embossed signature label on bottom of cast.
• There may be slight surface imperfections on all casts including small surface bubbles or curved edges. I highlight other notable blemishes in the images.
• The cast creature is susceptible to fingerprints, clean with a small amount of window cleaner and a soft cloth.
• Keep out of direct sunlight or high-emitting UV lights.
• Avoid extreme temperatures and rapid temperature variations.
• All images, concepts, artwork and content © Lex Talkington. All Rights Reserved.