THE 24-KARAT GOLDEN COMET
Encaustic technique on canvas in custom gold frame, 165 cm × 115 cm, Pigmented beeswax, 24-karat gold material and 24 k gold plated frame
The 24 Karat Golden Comet draws on historical elements dating back thousands of years to ancient Egypt, where the encaustic technique has its roots and gold was integral to culture, holding spiritual meaning as a symbol of wealth, success, and status. Rare gold was integrated into the encaustic technique through a process developed over years of discovery, involving. Estimate about 1000 hours of advanced work, including gold-plating the frame, 150 g of pure 24-karat gold, and a custom 24-karat gold-plated frame.
The Gavrieli 24-Karat Gold Collection is available via a private acquisition process to a single collector or institution as the founding patron.
