Ethereal Wings: A Textile Installation

Inspired by the fragile existence of the Duke of Burgundy butterfly within the changing modern world, our collection at Antonia Claudie aims to preserve its beauty as timeless interior fabrics. Inspired by the wing patterns of UK endangered butterflies, this collection of naturally dyed peace silks and hemp embodies the combination of subtle and striking textures and characteristics of these muses. Having taken inspiration from the plants the butterfly relies on as food sources and habitat, we use 100% herb and plant-based natural dyes to dye our fabrics. Within our collection, we only use sustainably sourced natural fibers and herbs for colouration, in order to align with our company ethics of aiming for a kinder production of textiles. Our peace silk allows the full lifecycle of the silk moth to occur before the silk cocoons are taken to be spun and woven into fabric. This process brings us closer to preserving all species, which feels instrumental in the alignment of this collection and the cycles of the natural world. Within Antonia Claudie’s Duke of Burgundy collection, the combination of Indian peace silk and European hemp references butterfly metamorphosis and biodiverse habitats full of native plant vegetation. We invite you to explore our exhibition, where art and nature converge, and to reflect on the importance of conserving our natural world. Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire a deeper appreciation for the delicate ecosystems that sustain the Duke of Burgundy butterfly and many other species.