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Medium: W&N Artists Oil, Gilded with Gold Metal Leaf. Support: Black Plaka Mural Stained Raw Stretched Canvas Primed With Clear Acrylic Gloss.
Size: 6.7 x 11.7 Inches Created in 2018 SOLD |
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The canvas was first marked with diluted black plaka brushstrokes which stained the raw canvas then primed with clear acrylic medium to prepare it for the oil paint & gold metal leaf to be applied on top. 'Midnight Stars' was intentionally created to be quite dark and is best displayed under indirect light where the figure and gold leaf is most clearly revealed. In some lighting conditions the figure can seemingly disappear completely except for the gold encrusted deep dark royal blue dress (this hue was one element that inspired the piece).
The symbolism of the magnificent peacock and the gorgeous hues of its feathers were the prime inspiration for this piece.
In Greco Roman mythology the peacocks signature tail markings symbolized the 'eyes' of the stars watching over us, besides being a symbol of vision, awakening and guidance. Like the phoenix it is also a symbol of transformation or renewal linked to alchemical traditions, that reminds us that we can rise out of our darkest moments, or the dying of our ego-self, to be reborn into a new life of awareness, spirituality and illumination.
In Babylonian/Persian traditions the peacock was seen as a guardian of royalty and in others a protector of both the strong and the weak.
Kwan-Yin (from asian spirituality) and Lakshmi (Hinduism) were both associated with the royal peacock and similarly was an emblem of kindness, love and watchfulness. In Kwan-Yin's case her story depicts that she (who could be immortal) chose to remain mortal for she wished to stay behind and aid humanity in their spiritual evolution.
The symbolism of the magnificent peacock and the gorgeous hues of its feathers were the prime inspiration for this piece.
In Greco Roman mythology the peacocks signature tail markings symbolized the 'eyes' of the stars watching over us, besides being a symbol of vision, awakening and guidance. Like the phoenix it is also a symbol of transformation or renewal linked to alchemical traditions, that reminds us that we can rise out of our darkest moments, or the dying of our ego-self, to be reborn into a new life of awareness, spirituality and illumination.
In Babylonian/Persian traditions the peacock was seen as a guardian of royalty and in others a protector of both the strong and the weak.
Kwan-Yin (from asian spirituality) and Lakshmi (Hinduism) were both associated with the royal peacock and similarly was an emblem of kindness, love and watchfulness. In Kwan-Yin's case her story depicts that she (who could be immortal) chose to remain mortal for she wished to stay behind and aid humanity in their spiritual evolution.
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Home Interior In Context View
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Side View. right side up.
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Detail of sleeping lion and mouse.
Signature Detail
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* Estimate size of the unframed art-piece compared to an average person ( 5f 7" )
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Artwork is signed in the front, and comes with a signed 'Certificate of Authenticity', with details of the piece.
Created in 2018
Protected with an underlayer of Winsor & Newton Artists Gloss Varnish with UV Protection then finished off with a Satin Beeswax Finish on top.
Packaged for the best protection with bubble wrap etc. in a sturdy box to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition.
SHIPPING
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All artworks sold on this website with shipping included have had a flat shipping rate added to the artworks price.
If it so happens that the shipping charges to your destination turn out to be less than the flat rate I have added, the balance will be refunded in full.
All artworks sold on this website with shipping included have had a flat shipping rate added to the artworks price.
If it so happens that the shipping charges to your destination turn out to be less than the flat rate I have added, the balance will be refunded in full.
*Please be aware that even though every effort has been made to display an accurate representation of the work in digital form, your monitors colour representation may differ slightly from the original painting in real life.
Creating 'Midnight Stars'
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More info on my blog at 'Midnight Stars WIP'
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