Grand in scale and arresting in color, Papilio deiphobus deiphontes is a jewel of the Indonesian archipelago — a large, commanding swallowtail that looks nothing short of magnificent in a deep black 11×14 frame. With a wingspan of 130–160 mm, the male’s upperside features a striking broad band of light blue stripes across the hindwing against a rich, velvety black ground color, while the underside patches are a brilliant red  — a dramatic interplay of deep black, electric blue, and fiery red that rewards every close look. The generous 11×14 frame provides sweeping visual breathing room around the specimen, making it feel as much a gallery piece as a natural history display.
This subspecies, deiphontes, is found across Sumatra, Morotai, Ternate, Halmahera, and Bachan in the Indonesian island chain  — one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Named for Deiphobus, a prince of Troy and son of Priam in Greek mythology — said to be the greatest of Priam’s sons after Hector and Paris  — this butterfly carries a name as impressive as its appearance.
∙Species: Papilio deiphobus deiphontes
∙Frame: Black shadow box, 11” × 14”
∙Origin: Indonesia (Sulawesi & Maluku Islands)
A bold, gallery-worthy statement piece — impressive in scale, extraordinary in detail, and a standout in any collection or interior.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​