FERÐAMANNAGRIND - STILL SKELETON - ORIGINAL ARTWORK SERIES 2021 Installation

This extraordinary 3D original artwork has been adapted from Kristjana’s popular Still Skeleton Limited Edition prints, with the skeleton painstakingly hand cut out of giclee printed paper, pinned into place and embellished with gold leaf. The skeletal being has stepped out of its everyday skin, and embraces the cacophony of emotions associated with the act of travelling; emotions swept along by the mind in a cloudburst of anticipation, impatience and nervous excitement. They are deeply felt - right down to the bone - whilst the head is literally up in the clouds, immersed in a surrealist adventure. Time stretches and contracts as inescapable jet lag plays havoc with circadian rhythms. Melodic sounds are released from the heart as it sings at the prospect of what lies ahead; daydreams promising to realise themselves, and past hurts healing naturally, grown over with fresh shoots, leaves and flowers. Impatient butterflies escape from the unlocked stomach and reel around the skeleton in elated confusion. Around its feathered feet, yet more clouds; the skeleton is walking on air. Having such light feet makes long distances seem much shorter, but also imparts the sense that you are no longer grounded and not quite yourself. Jet plane travel gobbles up the skies and blurs the usual confines of life... ORIGINAL ARTWORK Utterly unique in its composition and to its owner, an original artwork is one of its kind and cannot be replicated. Your piece will be the only piece like it, anywhere in the world. THE ARTISTS SIGNATURE An unmistakable mark of ownership and the seal of authenticity, all original artwork should be signed by the artist, and you will find Kristjana’s signature in the bottom right hand corner of all original artwork. ‘CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY’ All original artwork comes with a physical ‘Certificate of Authenticity’. It includes an image of the artwork, the edition number and artwork details. MEDIUM Ferðamannagrind - Still Skeleton - Original Artwork is a bespoke hand and laser cut paper collage. Digitally designed, hand sculpted paper elements are painstakingly pinned in place onto a thick foam board, creating a stunning three dimensional effect. PAPER & INKS All of Kristjana’s artworks are printed in our studio in London, using the highest quality archival paper (Matt Smooth Fine Art Cotton 300gsm) and giclée inks. These fade-resistant, archival inks will ensure that you can enjoy your artwork for years to come. FRAME & SIZE To ensure your Original Artwork is well protected we use ph neutral (acid free) tapes, board and back mount. Ferðamannagrind - Still Skeleton - Original Artwork comes framed in a bespoke wooden box frame, painted with a smooth coat of matt white paint.