Original, circular mixed media gold leaf cyanotype.
Hand-brush coated.
Hand finished with 24ct gold leaf.
Handprinted on handmade recycled cotton rag paper.
DESCRIPTION
This artwork was inspired by the Greek story of Philomela's transformation into a nightingale. A tale of growth, strength, reflection and female empowerment.
TECHNIQUE
Transformation Of Philomela (Small) was created by photographing a hand-cut collage of female portraiture, hand illustrations of birds and chemigrams. The digital negative was then contact printed onto handmade paper that had been hand-brushed with chemicals, before drying in a dark room. Once exposed to light, the piece was washed to develop a cyan blue colour, dried and hand finished with 24ct gold leaf.
SPEC
Dimensions - 148mm x 148mm (unframed)
Paper - Handprinted on handmade ivory recycled cotton rag paper: 150gsm / 100% Cotton Rag / Recycled / Acid Free / PH Neutral / Rough
Mount - It is recommended to float mount this piece when framing.
Framing - This artwork is sold unframed. Should you wish to have your item framed by us please get in touch. We have good relationships with expert framers - we can arrange for the perfect frame or simply offer free advice.