WILLEMSTAD - Cpost International has unveiled a vibrant new stamp series titled Butterfly, designed by Martine den Boer of Studio Excello. The collection features six native butterfly species found on Curaçao, each captured in a colorful and artistic composition that celebrates the island’s natural beauty.

The new issue includes butterflies commonly seen on Curaçao: the Tropical White, Tropical Buckeye, Lyside Sulphur, White Peacock, Gray Ministreak, and The Cracker. Each species was selected for its rich, vivid colors, which contrast beautifully with the soft pastel hues of the background.

The butterflies are illustrated in varying positions — some with wings fully open, others half-open or closed — adding a sense of dynamism and movement to the overall design.

Design Inspired by Curaçao’s Colors

The background features a decorative landscape with colors divided by fine white lines, evoking a horizon that suggests land, sea, and sky. The palette draws inspiration from the pastel tones of Curaçao’s iconic colonial architecture.

To create visual depth, a layer of semi-transparent, abstract white flowers and leaves is placed between the butterflies and the background. These subtle details accentuate the grace and poise of each butterfly.

Typography and Composition

The upper layer of the design is reserved for typography. The word “Curaçao” and the denomination appear in bold white capital letters against a dark backdrop, balancing the intricate illustrations below.

The English species names are printed in the same font but in a smaller size and deep dark red color. The year appears in dark blue or green, standing out against the pastel background. The Latin names, rendered in a refined and delicate white font, add an elegant finishing touch to the composition.

With this new Butterfly series, Cpost International continues its tradition of combining philately, art, and local culture — transforming Curaçao’s natural treasures into miniature works of art.