Butterfly Miniature Original by Karen Neely - #M2252

Butterfly Miniature Original by Karen Neely – M2252

Original Acrylic | 2" × 2" | Framed 3" × 3" with Burl Hanger

This charming miniature by Karen Neely features a monarch butterfly delicately perched on a soft white bloom, set against a muted sage-green background. The butterfly’s vivid orange and black wings are rendered with striking contrast and fine detail, creating a beautiful focal point that feels both crisp and painterly at this intimate scale.

The piece is presented in a rich burl wood frame, whose natural swirling grain adds warmth and sophistication—perfectly complementing the organic subject matter. As shown in your images, this miniature is designed to hang elegantly from a wine bottle, making it a standout gift item for wine lovers and collectors alike.

Details:

• Artist: Karen Neely
• Title: Butterfly
• Catalog #: M2252
• Medium: Original Acrylic on Canvas
• Image Size: 2" × 2"
• Framed Size: 3" × 3"
• Frame: Burl wood molding with ribbon hanger
• Display Options: Hang from a wine bottle, wall, holiday tree, or display on a small easel
• Important: No easel back included
• Condition: Original, signed, and framed
• Price: $86

About the Artist – Karen Neely

Karen Neely is a Northern California artist born in Monterey.

She has been painting since her youth, studying privately under her mother, a professional artist, as well as other accomplished artists through her family’s involvement in galleries and art shows. She continued her formal education at Chico State, San Francisco State, and the Art Academy of San Francisco.

Karen received her first award at age 16—the Bank of America–sponsored Junior Achievement Award—which helped support her early development as an artist.

Her work is now featured in galleries throughout California. Drawing inspiration from her time in Hawaii, Monterey, Lake Tahoe, Southern California, and Napa Valley, Karen often paints en plein air—capturing landscapes, coastal scenes, and nature-inspired subjects.

She is especially known for her miniature acrylic originals, each thoughtfully finished and framed, often in custom Italian molding or distinctive wood frames, making them highly collectible and perfect for unique display settings.