Carys Martin Ceramics
Guarded by Green, Blessed by Gold
Guarded by Green, Blessed by Gold
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Bring a touch of ancient magic into your space with this captivating Green Man artwork. Rooted in Druidic folklore, the Green Man is a symbol of nature’s eternal cycle of growth, death, and rebirth — a guardian of the forests and a spirit of the wild.
In this piece, his face emerges organically from a lush mosaic of hand-crafted green leaves, punctuated by small clusters of berries. The background shimmers with gold leaf, offering a radiant contrast that illuminates the natural tones. The work is set in a replica I have created of an antique, ornate gilded frame that I found on my recent visit to Chester in UK, adding a sense of timeless reverence to the figure.
Perfect for anyone drawn to the mysteries of the natural world, ancient lore, or simply seeking a powerful, symbolic piece for their home.
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Dimensions: 24cm x 24cm
Embrace the spirit of the wild and invite the wisdom of the old forests into your life.
These items are handmade at every stage in the making process and so each is unique. Many different techniques are utilised to create this piece from working in clay, to casting molds, to working with resin, plaster, water colours, acrylics and gold leaf.
These items are handmade at every stage in the making process and so each is unique. Many different techniques are utilised to create this piece from working in clay, embossing, cyanotype printing, to casting molds, to working with resin, plaster, water colours, acrylics and gold leaf.
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