In 'Meadow Dance', delicate pink bell-shaped flowers perform a graceful dance across a textured meadow of green and pink. This 50x50 cm encaustic wax and collage painting captures the essence of spring's lightness and joy. The flowers appear to pirouette and sway, their forms defined by layers of pigmented encaustic wax and delicate collage elements. The collage incorporates hand-dyed Chinese papers, adding a further layer of texture and visual interest. The tactile surface and dynamic composition evoke the feeling of a springtime ballet, where flowers are the dancers and the meadow is their stage.
Meadow Dance
Mixed Media: encaustic wax, pigments, shellac.
Dimensions: 50 x 50 cm
Framed Dimensions: 53 x 53 cm
This painting is professionally framed in a natural oak frame and is ready to hang.
Signed on the front and signed certificate of authenticity.
Care & Cleaning
Encaustic paintings are highly durable due to the wax's resistance to moisture, preventing deterioration. This durability is evidenced by the Fayum mummy portraits, which were created 2,000 years ago and have not faded over time.
For optimal care:
Avoid Direct Sunlight and Extreme Temperatures: Keep your painting away from direct sunlight and temperatures below 1°C or above 50°C, as extreme heat can melt the wax.
Handle with Care: The surface can be scratched, gouged, or chipped if handled roughly. Always treat your painting gently.
Cleaning: Encaustic paintings do well in a home environment. If the painting becomes dull during curing (around 6 months), gently buff it with a soft, lint-free cloth. Occasionally wipe off dust with a clean, lint-free rag.
Following these steps will keep your encaustic artwork in excellent condition.