Butterfree

Butterfree

Selected Masterpiece • 38/165
Market Price $23.02
Expedition Base Set E-Card 2002
The Illustrator

Sumiyoshi Kizuki

Sumiyoshi Kizuki has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2023, spanning sets such as Team Rocket, Skyridge, and Legends Awakened. The work favors cartoonish, playful staging with clear, balanced compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Butterfree card captures a serene moment in nature, where the elegant Pokémon flits gracefully among vibrant flowers. Its delicate wings, adorned with intricate patterns, reflect a sense of tranquility as it interacts with the colorful surroundings. The backdrop hints at a whimsical landscape, suggesting a peaceful coexistence within its environment. This scene evokes a feeling of harmony, inviting the viewer to appreciate the beauty of Butterfree's world.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Grass
Era
E-Card
Release
15/09/2002

Spiral Drain

40

Flip a coin. If heads, remove 2 damage counters from Butterfree.

Weakness
×2