The story behind the artwork
The whole world gleams from a flamingo pink sea, the continents, territories, states and countries alight in snow-white and aqua. For this map, based upon Kristjana’s 3D AO piece, is suffused by the mysterious and the extraordinary - a celebration of nature’s incredible power to heal. From the beginning of time, plants have been used not only to house and to feed, but for their medicinal magic. Soaring air balloons, mirrored beneath by a plethora of sea vessels, transport us from Greek and Roman based medicines in the West to the Ayurvedic and Chinese herbal medicine of the East; each casting their therapeutic properties across the global landscape. Richly verdant flora tumbles into the tableau, chlorophyll green breathing a surfeit of oxygen. The diminutive pansy is little known for its anti-microbial properties that can conquer many a common ailment. Apothecary jars and the tools of the chemist can be seen nestling within spiky aloe vera, its fronds laden with healing balm, and beaming marigolds, a tincture for regeneration. A leopard stands quietly by, his presence a symbol of strength and courage, while a pair of majestic white herons look to the horizon with hope for the future.
Artwork details
Printed in our studio in London on Matt Smooth Fine Art Cotton 300 gsm, using giclée inks to ensure you are able to enjoy your print for years to come. All prints come with a physical Certificate of Authenticity.
Edition of 175, signed and numbered by the artist.
Print sizes:
M - 85 cm x 60 cm
L - 120 cm x 85 cm
Framed dimensions (approximately):
M - 95 cm x 70 cm x 3.5 cm
L - 130 cm x 96 cm x 3.5 cm
Our prints are professionally cut by hand in our studio, therefore sizes can vary by mm.
Please note that all framed limited edition prints in L, XL or A0 and larger, are only available for delivery within the UK. If you wish to purchase an oversized framed artwork please email info@kristjanaswilliams.com for a bespoke quote on delivery cost. For further information on our framing service, click here.
Delivery & Returns
We offer free worldwide delivery on all unframed print orders.
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Unframed prints are delivered within 3-5 working days
Framed prints are delivered within 10-14 days
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