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Snakes and serpents carry historical significance

Sturdy birch plywood backing

A pelican swims amid gentle waves on this intricately detailed ceramic wall sculpture

Opening Triptych: Two Stone Guardians / One Torn Metal Product:Opening Triptych: Two Stone Guardians / One Torn Metal palette knivesThe wall pieces are made of 95% hand cast abca paper. When it has dried and is gessoed the artist applies a white joint compound mixture which when dried quickly will create a beautifully cracked surface. The artist covers the surface with encaustic wax ( bees wax ) which after the cracks are darkened makes a smooth blended surface. The figures are cut out of cedar wood and wrapped with patina blue or fired copper. They are then attached to a textured