Guardian Angel Cabinet by Fiona Carruth

This is an other truly stunning example of Decoupage, and is also a very practical cabinet or cupboard which would stand nicely and create a conversation piece in any hallway or as a feature in any space. It would also make a lovely bed-side table or small dressing-table. The cabinet is very strong and sturdy and in good condition. The top has a slightly uneven surface due to the nature of this technique. The predominant colours used are red and gold. The top and the doors are covered with hundreds of over-laid images, and the sides, back and inside are painted a striking red colour. There is an attractive gold edging around the top and the doors, and the handles have eyes. Approximate Dimensions Width: 27 Inches, or 69 cm Height : 25.5 Inches, or 64.5 cm Depth: 18 Inches, or 36cm. Decoupage (or découpage) is the art of decorating an object by sticking paper cut outs onto it in combination with special effects, such as gold leaf, paint, etc. Usually a small object like a box or picture frame or an item of furniture is covered with pictures cut from magazines or books or from specially designed papers (creating a type of collage effect). Each layer is sealed with varnishes (often multiple coats) until the "stuck on" appearance disappears and the result starts to look like painting or inlay work. The traditional technique used 30-40 layers of varnish which were then sanded to a polished finish. It is an Ancient technique, which was popularised in this country by the Victorians. I generally work on smaller pieces of furniture, and a piece can take me up to two weeks to complete. I use several overlapping layers and literally hundreds of images, and then usually two layers of pva glue, two to three layers of French Polish and three to four layers of lacquer or other waterproof clear varnish (to create real depth). Each piece is a unique object d-arte, as well as a functional object. The finish on each piece will depend on many different factors (including the condition of the object when it comes to me, the type of paper and images I use, the time between varnishes and paints, and so on. I have to wait a day between each layer of pva, and a day between each layer of paint or lacquer, so the whole process is quite time consuming, but very rewarding as it produces such enchanting results. I also enjoy looking out for new themes and images to use, and interesting objects to give a new lease of life to. Please do not hesitate to email me with any questions, or if you would like me to send you larger images, or more images of different angles and details, etc. You can email me at ficarruth@hotmail.com, or crystalabun@yahoo.co.uk. You can also phone me on 07846169372. We can accept cash payment on collection, if you would rather pick up. I can accept
Materials: Recycled Art Decoupage (cut out images on furniture, Provenance: Property of the artist
I completed my degree in Fine Art (Combined and Media) with Hons six years ago, and have been practising in my studio in Sheffield ever since. My main influences are the movements of Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism and Symbolism. I also enjoy taking inspiration for my work from day-to-day experiences and travelling. I am fascinated by Anthropology and Ancient Mythology and Folk-lore and love to merge images from different cultures and countries, and spiritualities. I also like to use images from my own dreams and subconscious. I use a variety of media (including melted wax, pencil, charcoal, oils, pastels and acrylics. I have taken part in and had several exhibitions in and around Sheffield, and recently have completed various commissioned pieces. I have painted people as goddesses and angels, in a Pre-Raphaelite romantic portraiture style, and have most recently been asked to create an expression of love for a wedding. I am available for (and enjoy) commissions, and I am happy for you to contact me with any ideas you have in mind. Much of my work is figurative, but I also enjoy abstract form and colour work. Most often my work mixes strong Symbolism with a touch of Surrealism or humour, but I also specialise in expressive portraiture. I enjoy the challenge of capturing a personality of my subject or the 'essence' of a person.

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