The Ceremony
$380.00Price
A spectacular ceremonial costume dominates the composition—vibrant yellows, golds, oranges, and turquoise create an ornate mythical creature. The costume appears to be from Balinese Barong dance tradition (the protective lion/dragon spirit) or possibly Chinese/Southeast Asian ceremonial lion dance. The elaborate mask features bulging eyes, fierce expression, ornate headdress, and richly patterned robes decorated with traditional motifs. Real seashells are embedded in the surface, suggesting oceanic origins or coastal ceremony. Mirror fragments catch light like the traditional mirror pieces sewn into Barong costumes to reflect evil. Behind and around the figure, explosive abstraction in turquoise, coral, silver, and gold creates cosmic energy field. The composition honors the spiritual power of ceremonial performance, where costume becomes portal for deity or protective spirit to manifest.
- An original mixed media artwork, rich with surreal symbolism and tactile intrigue. Each layer is meticulously built upon a heavy-duty stretched canvas using a myriad of materials, inviting the viewer into a world of texture and depth. Created with professional archival paints and sealed for protection, this piece is designed to endure. The included collage elements are printed with archival inks on fine art papers, ensuring the vibrancy lasts for generations.
