The story behind the artwork

Spanning over two meters in length, this panoramic Limited Edition print is based upon a captivating mid-nineteenth century painting, and depicts the earth’s flora and fauna in one continual illustration through its various climates, from the hot tropical islands of East Asia, India and Africa to the moderate climate of Western Europe, then all the way to Russia and the frigid Arctic. Depicting the equinoctial angles of the sun's rays, it shows the impact of light and heat on animal and plant life, and how they thrive in varying environments.

Kristjana’s artwork is meticulously detailed with animals, many elevated into surreal versions of themselves, bedecked with extravagant headpieces or morphed with their winged or four legged counterparts. Spot flamingo, giraffe, polar bears and lemurs alongside flying fish, penguins, cats and owls. Meteorological elements, such as the rising sun and the full moon radiate upon the natural world below, and the ethereal aurora borealis hovers over the Arctic Circle. Mountains, volcanos and icy glaciers sit alongside a myriad of vegetation, including towering palms, forest pines and tropical orchid. 

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 - 130 x 22 cm
L - 193 x 32 cm

Framed dimensions (approximately):
M - 141 x 33 x 3.5 cm
L - 205 x 44 x 3.5 cm

Our prints are professionally cut by hand in our studio, therefore sizes can vary by mm.

We offer framing for this artwork for UK orders only. 

Delivery & Returns

We offer free worldwide delivery on all unframed Limited Edition print orders.

Unframed Limited Edition prints are delivered within 7-10 working days.

Framed Artwork will be dispatched within 7-14 working days.

For orders shipped outside the United Kingdom, UK VAT is not charged.

International shipments may be subject to import VAT, customs duties, and clearance or handling fees imposed by the destination country. These charges are the responsibility of the recipient and are typically payable to the courier or customs authority prior to delivery. We are unable to predict or control any such charges. All customs documentation is completed accurately, and the full value of goods is declared in compliance with international shipping regulations.

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