Ascent of the Ancient

from €120.00

Mabamba Swamp, Uganda

Caught in a moment of heavy, deliberate grace, 'Ascent of the Ancient' captures the prehistoric silhouette of the Shoebill Stork. Stripped of the dense marshes it calls home, the bird becomes a study of pure form and aerodynamics. This piece explores the tension between the bird’s ancient, weighted appearance and the effortless levity of flight, serving as a reminder of the raw, enduring beauty found in the most remote corners of the wild.

Mabamba Swamp, Uganda

Caught in a moment of heavy, deliberate grace, 'Ascent of the Ancient' captures the prehistoric silhouette of the Shoebill Stork. Stripped of the dense marshes it calls home, the bird becomes a study of pure form and aerodynamics. This piece explores the tension between the bird’s ancient, weighted appearance and the effortless levity of flight, serving as a reminder of the raw, enduring beauty found in the most remote corners of the wild.

Size:

Open Edition Sizes

(Unframed)

Grand Gallery

A significant window into the work. The Grand Gallery format is designed to hold its own on a standard wall, offering enough detail and scale to become a primary focal point in any contemporary interior.

  • Museum-quality giclée print on 100% cotton Hahnemühle Photo Rag

  • Soft matte finish with exceptional detail and rich tonal depth

  • Printed using archival pigment inks for long-lasting, fade-resistant color

  • A natural, non-reflective surface with a premium fine art feel

  • Includes a 8 cm white border

  • Total paper size: 106 × 76 cm (~41.7 × 29.9 in)

  • Unframed, frame is shown for illustrative purposes only

Grand Gallery
90 × 60 cm

Gallery Classic

The classic proportions for modern living. This size offers a balanced presence that fits effortlessly in hallways, offices, or bedrooms, providing a professional gallery aesthetic without requiring a massive footprint.

  • Museum-quality giclée print on 100% cotton Hahnemühle Photo Rag

  • Soft matte finish with exceptional detail and rich tonal depth

  • Printed using archival pigment inks for long-lasting, fade-resistant color

  • A natural, non-reflective surface with a premium fine art feel

  • Includes a 5 cm white border

  • Total paper size: 70 × 50 cm (~27.6 × 19.7 in)

  • Unframed, frame is shown for illustrative purposes only

Gallery Classic
60 × 40 cm

Study

An intimate glimpse into the artist’s vision. This format is designed for smaller, personal spaces —ideal for desk styling, shelving, or as part of a curated salon wall. A perfect entry point for the new collector.

  • Museum-quality giclée print on 100% cotton Hahnemühle Photo Rag

  • Soft matte finish with exceptional detail and rich tonal depth

  • Printed using archival pigment inks for long-lasting, fade-resistant color

  • A natural, non-reflective surface with a premium fine art feel

  • Includes a 3 cm white border

  • Total paper size: 36 × 26 cm (~14.2 × 10.2 in)

  • Unframed, frame is shown for illustrative purposes only

Study
30 × 20 cm

Perfectly Pigmented Print

  • Museum-quality giclée print on 100% cotton Hahnemühle Photo Rag

  • Soft matte finish with exceptional detail and rich tonal depth

  • Printed using archival pigment inks for long-lasting, fade-resistant color

  • A natural, non-reflective surface with a premium fine art feel

  • Includes a generous white border

  • Unframed

Shipping & Delivery

  • Delivery between 7 and 14 working days

  • Secure specialty packaging

  • Free shipping to over 50 countries

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