Noctuidae. Collection.
The object here is a moth and a moth collection.
The moth is tightly connected with light – it flies towards the light as to the desired goal, while in
reality – to death. In Christian iconography the butterfly symbolizes
immortality and resurrection; the life cycle of the butterfly, consisting of
three phases - life, death and resurrection. On the other hand, due to its beauty
and short life, the butterfly is considered a symbol of vanity. Besides, the
butterfly can also be seen both as an extremely
beautiful creation and as a hairy monster. Consequently its image is highly
controversial.