This piece of printed, frame-less, free floating, tempered glass was inspired by the French technique of Verre Eglomise in which artist's literally painted the back of clear glass so that when viewed from the front the painting is brought to life under the depth of the glass. This beautiful imagery of these beautiful butterflies, which is transformed into incredible wall art. 1 strong steel hangers are attached to the back of the product for quick and easy horizontal installation. Customer assembly required.
Color
Blue
Collection
Butterfly World
Art medium
Glass
Art style
Verre Eglomise
Art subject
Butterfly
Art type
Wall art
Frame color
Frameless
Number of items
1
Orientation
Horizontal
Primary colors
Blue, green, red, yellow
Shape
Rectangle
Q&A answers generated with AI assistance.
Can this artwork work in a shared bedroom for children of different ages?
This piece is an excellent choice for shared spaces or playrooms. The subject of butterflies combined with a primary color palette of blue, green, red, and yellow is both timeless and gender-neutral. Its frameless, horizontal design provides a clean, modern aesthetic that can easily transition with your children as they grow, fitting seamlessly into various decor themes from nurseries to teen study areas.
Is it safe to hang glass wall art in a child's bedroom or nursery?
This wall art is specifically designed with safety in mind, featuring tempered glass that is significantly stronger and more impact-resistant than standard glass. For secure mounting, the piece includes a pre-attached strong steel hanger. When decorating a child's space, our experts recommend ensuring the piece is securely anchored to a wall stud and following general safety guidelines by placing heavier decor on walls away from the immediate area above a crib.
How do I clean and maintain this type of wall decor?
Maintenance is simple because the butterfly imagery is printed on the back of the glass, protecting the artwork from direct contact. Based on our expertise with glass furniture, we recommend regularly dusting the front surface with a soft cloth. For smudges or fingerprints, a mild glass cleaner can be used; however, avoid harsh abrasives to preserve the clarity and vibrance of the tempered glass.
What is the "Verre Eglomise" style used in this piece?
Verre Eglomise is a sophisticated French technique where the artist applies paint to the reverse side of clear glass. This method brings the artwork to life by providing a unique sense of depth and a "free-floating" appearance. In this piece, the technique enhances the vivid rainbow tones, making the colors appear more luminous than they would on a traditional canvas.
Is this art piece large enough to serve as a focal point in a kids' room?
Yes, with dimensions of 48"W x 32"H, this horizontal artwork is designed to be a dramatic focal point. Following the interior design "2/3 rule"—which suggests art should be about two-thirds the width of the furniture below it—this 48-inch wide piece is perfectly scaled to hang above a standard kids' dresser or to act as a bold statement piece above a twin-size bed.
48.00"w x 0.25"d x 32.00"h


