Tracery of Lapis

Description

This work captures the quiet power of sacred architecture through a contemporary lens, where ribbons of warm gold weave a complex tapestry over fields of saturated ruby and lapis. The intricate tracery suggests a timeless order, pulling the viewer into a visual prayer of light and shadow that feels both ancient and remarkably modern.

Living with this piece is an exercise in stillness. Its deep, backlit quality transforms a room into a sanctuary, offering a focal point that does not demand attention but rather invites a slow, rhythmic contemplation. It is a portal to an era of craftsmanship, distilled into a pure, luminous abstraction.

Purpose

This piece seeks to evoke the profound silence and spiritual weight of historic cathedrals, translating architectural permanence into a fluid, ethereal expression of color and light.

Interior Decorator’s Advice

• Place this in a room with controlled lighting to preserve the intensity of the deep lapis and ruby gradients
• Position it as a standalone statement on a dark-toned wall, such as charcoal or navy, to make the gold filigree sing
• Ideal for a library or a private study where its meditative qualities can be appreciated in silence

Perfect For

• Collectors who find solace in the intersection of sacred geometry and historical narrative
• Those who appreciate the heavy, jewel-toned palette of traditional stained glass reimagined for a modern interior
• Designers looking for a piece that conveys intellectual depth and a quiet, dignified authority

From the Cathedral Light collection — Eight radiant abstractions where jewel-toned glass and threads of gold pour candlelit color into pure contemporary form.

Key Features

• Material: High-definition Lambda Print — true silver-halide photographic exposure (Fuji Crystal DP II for colour, Ilford for black & white) on premium acrylic glass, glossy finish for exceptional depth and clarity.
• Finish: Face-mounted under 2 mm premium acrylic glass — Diasec technique.
• Backing: 3 mm alu Dibond composite panel.
• Style: Symbolism
• Edition: Unlimited.
• Mounting: Recessed aluminium subframe — ready to hang (invisible wall mounting, 25 mm offset).
• Longevity: 50–75 years archival conservation.