Collectors Edition - July 14th
Tue, Jul 14, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 44
Pink Butterfly - Punk Me Tender
Estimate: $7,000 - $9,000
Starting Bid
$3,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This lot features "Pink Butterfly", an original, high-gloss resin sculpture by the celebrated French-born, Los Angeles-based contemporary artist Punk Me Tender. Working under a pseudonym inspired by Elvis Presley and Daft Punk, the artist is highly collected by major pop-culture celebrities and renowned globally for using butterflies to explore themes of transformation, metamorphosis, and vibrant sensuality.
Visual Description & Key Characteristics
- Signature Butterfly Motif: The sculpture captures a sleek, three-dimensional butterfly frozen mid-metamorphosis. This silhouette is the ultimate hallmark of Punk Me Tender's visual universe.
- High-Gloss Metallic Finish: Made from composite resin, the piece features an exquisite, reflective pink chrome finish. This choice of medium creates a stunning interplay of light, liquid-like reflections, and modern edge.
- Dripping Organic Form: Embodying street art and graffiti influences, the lower half of the butterfly dramatically dissolves into elongated, vertical fluid drips. This design element beautifully contrasts its rigid material with a sense of motion and raw energy.
- Sculptural Presentation: The piece sits gracefully on an integrated pedestal base, allowing it to stand independently as a striking tabletop centerpiece or shelf display.
Auction Specifications & Estimates
- Medium: Original Resin Sculpture
- Dimensions: 18 x 8 x 5 inches
Original Resin Sculpture
Dimensions: 18x8x5
Available payment options
Congratulations on your winning! As per policy, balances of $2500 or more will need to be paid via bank wire, Zelle, check or money order. See below for payment instructions: Zelle: Send payment to williamsonauction@gmail.com • Wire Transfer: Domestic: WIRE Bank of America Routing: 026009593 Account: 898161769476 Williamson Auction Gallery International: Swift Code:BOFAUS3N Swift Code: BOFAUS6S-NON US CURRENCY Bank of America Account: 898161769476 Bank Address: 222 Broadway, New York, Ny 10038 Check: Williamson Auction Gallery 3816 N 29th Ave Hollywood, FL 33020
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