Butterfly 9
Artist: Rosana Auqué
Year: 2025
Medium: OAcrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 20 x 20 inches
Price: USD $1,500
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Butterfly 9 – Harmony in Motion
In Butterfly 9, Rosana Auqué continues her exploration of freedom through repetition, rhythm, and color. The butterfly appears here not as a solitary symbol, but as a collective presence — a living pattern unfolding across the surface of the canvas.
This work belongs to her butterfly collection, a body of paintings that emerged to accompany the balloon as another symbol of liberation. While the balloon rises, the butterfly transforms. One moves upward; the other moves inward and outward at the same time. Together, they form a dialogue about expansion — physical, emotional, and spiritual.
In this particular composition, the butterflies gather in subtle harmony. They create a visual cadence, almost musical in its repetition. The eye does not rest on a single figure; instead, it travels across the painting, discovering the delicate balance between form and color.
The 20 x 20 inch format intensifies this experience. The square frame contains movement without restricting it. Within this space, color becomes structure. Light becomes rhythm. The painting feels alive, yet composed.
The Butterfly as a Symbol of Freedom
For Rosana Auqué, the butterfly is not decorative. It is a symbol rooted in transformation, fragility, and quiet strength.
Butterflies live brief lives, yet their presence leaves a lasting impression. They embody impermanence without tragedy. In Butterfly 9, this symbolism becomes collective: many butterflies together suggest community, shared movement, and harmony between individual identity and the larger whole.
The repetition of wings creates a pattern that feels organic rather than mechanical. No two gestures are identical. Each shape carries slight variations, reinforcing the idea that freedom is not uniform — it is personal, nuanced, and constantly evolving.
The butterfly collection reflects the artist’s ongoing interest in beauty as a space of balance. Beauty here is not superficial; it is structural. It arises from the relationship between shapes, tones, and the invisible tension that holds them together.
Color, Pattern, and Visual Harmony
One of the defining aspects of Butterfly 9 is the pattern created when many butterflies coexist within the same field. Rosana Auqué has long been drawn to this visual phenomenon — how repetition can produce calm rather than chaos.
The composition explores:
The dialogue between positive and negative space
The balance between spontaneity and intention
The interplay of vibrant color and structural harmony
The painting invites prolonged observation. From a distance, it appears unified and rhythmic. Up close, subtle variations emerge — layers of acrylic, delicate transitions, and nuanced gestures.
The result is a work that shifts depending on how it is viewed. It does not impose meaning; it allows it to unfold.
Material and Presence
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 20 x 20 inches
Year: 2025
The choice of acrylic allows for luminosity and immediacy. The surface retains a sense of freshness, as if the movement of the butterflies has just occurred.
The square format reinforces equilibrium. Unlike a horizontal or vertical canvas, the square does not suggest direction. Instead, it suggests containment — a balanced field where movement circulates rather than escapes.
This makes Butterfly 9 especially suited for spaces seeking both vitality and calm. It holds energy without overwhelming its surroundings.
Collecting Butterfly 9
Butterfly 9 is part of Rosana Auqué’s 2025 butterfly series, a continuation of her symbolic exploration of freedom and harmony.
Price: USD $1,500
As with many works in this series, the painting stands at the intersection of symbolism and abstraction. It is both accessible and contemplative — a piece that can live quietly within a space while still carrying conceptual depth.
Availability inquiries can be made directly through the official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butterfly 9 an original artwork?
Yes. Butterfly 9 is an original acrylic painting on canvas created by Rosana Auqué in 2025.
What does the butterfly symbolize in this work?
The butterfly represents transformation, freedom, and harmony. In this painting, the repetition of butterflies emphasizes collective movement and visual balance.
Is Butterfly 9 part of a larger series?
Yes. It belongs to Rosana Auqué’s butterfly collection, developed alongside her balloon series as a parallel symbol of liberation.
What are the dimensions of Butterfly 9?
The painting measures 20 x 20 inches.
Is Butterfly 9 available for purchase?
At the time of publication, the listed price is USD $1,500. Availability can be confirmed through direct inquiry.
