MEMORIES Original Framed 3D Wood Mosaic Portrait Limited Handmade Series – Version 1 of 2
“Memories” explores the way an iconic image remains within our collective memory—even when it is fragmented into colours, shadows and separate visual impressions.
Created from 558 individually crafted wooden elements, the artwork appears almost abstract when viewed from nearby. As the viewer moves farther away, the fragments gradually come together and the familiar face of Marilyn Monroe emerges.
This transition between abstraction and recognition is an essential part of the work. It reflects the way memory reconstructs an image: not as a single complete picture, but through separate fragments that eventually form a recognisable presence.
THE EXACT ARTWORK YOU WILL RECEIVE
The completed and framed artwork shown in the photographs is currently available. The buyer will receive this exact piece—not a print, reproduction or newly made substitute.
This is Version 1 of 2 in a strictly limited handmade series. No other version has been sold. A maximum of one additional version may be created in the future, only after a commission.
Because all 558 wooden elements are individually shaped, burned, painted and positioned by hand, a future second version would retain the same composition and artistic concept but would not be a mechanically identical copy.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Title: Memories Artist: Athanasios Liarokapis Studio: Dreamodelers Year: 2023 Series: Limited Handmade Series – Version 1 of 2 Number of individually crafted wooden elements: 558
Overall framed dimensions: 118 × 74 × 5 cm Approximate framed dimensions in inches: 46.46 × 29.13 × 1.97 in Total framed weight: approximately 7.7 kg / 16.98 lb
Mosaic dimensions before framing: 106.5 × 63 × 4 cm Approximate mosaic dimensions in inches: 41.92 × 24.80 × 1.57 in Mosaic weight before framing: approximately 5.78 kg / 12.74 lb
Condition: Completed and ready to ship Presentation: Framed and ready to hang Certificate of Authenticity: Included
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUE
Oak and pine wood, reinforced plywood backing, acrylic paint, water-based wood dyes, wood-burning technique, water-based matte varnish, protective wax and handcrafted wooden frame.
Every wooden element has been individually cut, shaped, burned, sanded and painted by hand. Differences in depth create a genuine sculptural relief and allow light to form constantly changing shadows across the portrait.
VIEWING EXPERIENCE
From close range, the viewer primarily sees the construction: hundreds of separate wooden elements, natural grain, brushwork, colours and shadows.
From a greater distance, the fragmented surface becomes a recognisable portrait. The distance between the viewer and the artwork therefore becomes part of the experience.
Its appearance also changes according to the viewing angle and the direction and intensity of natural or artificial light.
The irregular wooden surface may help scatter some sound reflections, but this piece is primarily an original artwork and is not offered as a certified acoustic panel.
AUTHENTICITY
The artwork is accompanied by a Dreamodelers Certificate of Authenticity recording its title, artist, year, materials, dimensions and limited-series designation.
PACKAGING AND SHIPPING
The artwork will be carefully protected with multiple cushioning layers and placed inside a custom protective wooden crate suitable for international transport.
A contact telephone number may be requested after purchase because international couriers often require it for delivery.
Any import duties, customs charges or local taxes may apply depending on the destination and remain the buyer’s responsibility.
This artwork is an independent artistic interpretation. It is not presented as officially licensed, affiliated with or endorsed by any estate, brand or rights holder.
Please contact me if you would like additional photographs, a video of the three-dimensional surface or further information about installation before purchasing.
