Senses Myths – The Purple Snail

Description

This artwork is part of the Senses Myth Series that depicts myths from round the world with similar symbolism and combines them with one of the 6 senses.

• In ancient Phoenician mythology, purple dye was made from the murex snail, was considered sacred to the gods. It was believed that the gods themselves wore garments made from this rare and powerful dye. This purple color was associated with divine authority, royalty, and the spiritual realm.
• In mediterranean myths the purple snail represents immortality and the passage to the afterlife. The murex snail’s purple dye was believed to be a magical elixir capable of granting eternal life. The snails’ connection to the underworld and death made them symbols of resurrection and rebirth.

Original artwork specifications

• Canvas on board
• Professional Talens Amsterdam Acrylic paint
• 3D printed PLA+ text element
• 30 x 30 x 2.5 cm
• Unique artwork

Canvas Print specifications

• Square 30x30cm or 60x60cm canvas
• Printed with non-hazardous, non-toxic, non-flammable latex inks
• Cotton and polyester composite canvas
• Frame from renewable forests

Canvas may have a slight size deviation up to 3mm
See Print specifications and Licensing for more information.