A large swallowtail butterfly fused with a crescent moon above it — the whole thing rendered in heavy blackwork with ink drips falling from the body and splatter marks scattered around the wings. It reads dark and deliberate without crossing into cliché.

The vertical weight of the drips and the width of the wingspan make this a natural fit for an upper back, a shoulder, or a thigh. Bold enough to stand alone. Works as a centrepiece if you're building a larger dark theme.

• Lasts 1–2 weeks · jagua ink, plant-based
• Pairs well with our dark tattoo collection or browse more butterfly designs