Butterfly Paperweight couch cushions Selection of the larger reliquary

Selection of the larger reliquary containers made by Paiko which are cylindrical in shape with removable lids so that they may be filled with whatever coveted treasure or curiosity is desired

Date: 4th century BC

Oxidized sterling silver double sided charm with the tree of life on one side and the words "family

Male weavers construct multiple nests to attract females

Butterfly Paperweight couch cushions Selection of the larger reliquaryAbout the Piece 3. 5" round glass dome paperweight standing 1. 5 high magnifying the drawing of butterflies flying around plants . Hand signed by artist. Artisans working with Derian cut and collage selected vintage ephemera imagery onto glass trays, wall plaques and paperweights to create the limited edition pieces seen here. About the Artist John Derian's decoupage is handmade in his New York studio using reproduced imagery from his vast collection