Decorative Wall Art N°14
Ref: WD-DWA-014
Decorative Wall Art No. 14 is a sculptural wall composition composed around a deeply textured metal surface inspired by traditional shagreen and galuchat finishes. Mounted onto a substantial 25 mm wooden structure entirely clad in either brass with aged bronze finish or polished nickel silver, the hammered surface is hand-worked to create a dense field of fine sculptural texture extending continuously across the front, sides, upper, and lower surfaces of the piece. Superimposed onto this richly textured background is a composition of hand-sawn Arabic calligraphy constructed in layered relief, with each calligraphic form carefully built by welding hand-sawn metal strips along the contours of the letters to create approximately 15 mm of sculptural depth. Raised away from the textured background surface, the calligraphy appears as though formed from solid sculptural metal, creating shadow, material contrast, and a powerful architectural presence across the composition.
Brass, Aged Bronze Finish.
Nickel Silver, Polished Finish.
555 x 35 x 700 (h) mm
The artwork is supplied with an integrated concealed wall fixation system positioned on the reverse of the piece, allowing it to float slightly away from the wall while remaining cleanly and securely mounted in its intended orientation. The concealed mounting brackets are designed to preserve the purity of the composition while ensuring straightforward installation.
Our brass pieces are hand-finished and aged to a rich bronze patination, then protected using a durable satin interior varnish designed to preserve the finish while maintaining the natural depth and warmth of the metal. For regular care, pieces should simply be dusted using a soft dry cloth without water or abrasive cleaning products. Over time, as with all living materials, the finish may naturally deepen and evolve in tone, developing an increasingly antique character that forms part of the beauty of aged bronze and brass.
Polished nickel silver is not an electroplated finish but a solid material that may naturally soften slightly over time through handling and exposure. As with traditional silver objects, the surface may be restored using standard silver polishes widely available in hardware stores, or through traditional methods such as gentle lemon-based cleaning. Microfibre cloths are recommended for routine care, while abrasive materials and scratching should be avoided. Due to the entirely handmade nature of the work, subtle artisanal irregularities, variations, and traces of hand craftsmanship form an intentional part of the character and authenticity of each piece.