Above the City is an original handmade 3D wood mosaic wall sculpture by Greek artist Athanasios Liarokapis.
Two stylised birds fly above a densely structured cityscape composed of individually prepared wooden blocks. The contrast between the ordered urban grid and the free movement of the birds expresses urban energy, freedom, calm, balance and the human desire for release.
Grey, pale brown, black and gold tones create a restrained contemporary palette. Changes in depth, natural wood grain and the direction of the light allow the composition and its shadows to shift subtly according to the viewing position.
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
63 × 56 × 5 cm — READY TO SHIP
The buyer will receive the exact photographed artwork.
This completed original measures 63 × 56 cm, with a maximum projection of approximately 5 cm, and weighs 4.40 kg.
126 × 56 × 5 cm — MADE TO ORDER
This option consists of two newly handmade panels, each measuring approximately 63 × 56 cm, installed side by side to form a wider horizontal composition.
Each panel repeats the artistic design of the photographed original. Because every wooden element is individually cut, burned, sanded and painted by hand, the completed panels will remain closely faithful to the original while displaying subtle natural variations.
The two panels can also be displayed independently.
Approximate combined weight: 8.80 kg / 19.40 lb.
LIMITED HANDMADE SERIES
The design belongs to a series limited to a maximum of eight individually handmade panels.
The photographed ready-to-ship artwork is the first completed version. Every subsequent panel will be individually produced and will retain its own small variations in wood grain, colour and handmade surface.
TECHNIQUE AND MATERIALS
The composition is constructed from individually prepared pieces of new pine wood mounted on an OSB backing panel.
Each wooden element is individually cut, wood-burned, sanded and hand-painted using acrylic colours and water-based wood stains. Different projections create the sculptural relief and the changing pattern of light and shadow.
The surface is protected with a water-based matte varnish containing wax, helping protect the colours and wooden surface from dust and normal indoor exposure.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Title: Above the city Artist: Athanasios Liarokapis Studio: Dreamodelers Year: 2021 Series: Maximum of eight individually handmade panels Materials: Pine wood, OSB, acrylic colours, water-based wood stains, wood burning and water-based matte varnish containing wax Colours: Grey, pale brown, black and gold Orientation: Horizontal Presentation: Frameless and ready to hang Hanging hardware: Fitted hanging hardware, wall screws and plugs included Certificate of Authenticity: Included Artist’s signature: Included on the artwork
DIMENSIONS
Single ready-to-ship panel: 63 × 56 × 5 cm Approximately 24.80 × 22.05 × 1.97 in Weight: 4.40 kg / 9.70 lb
Two-panel made-to-order composition: 126 × 56 × 5 cm Approximately 49.61 × 22.05 × 1.97 in Approximate combined weight: 8.80 kg / 19.40 lb
The stated depth is the maximum projection of the three-dimensional wooden elements.
PRODUCTION TIME
The photographed 63 × 56 cm artwork is completed and ready to ship.
A future single panel requires approximately five working days to produce.
The two-panel composition requires approximately nine working days, followed by careful inspection and packaging.
OPTIONAL FRAME
The artwork is designed primarily for frameless presentation.
A custom wooden frame may be added by prior agreement and at additional cost. Please contact the artist before ordering, as framing may affect the final dimensions, weight, price and shipping requirements.
DISPLAY AND LIGHT
The appearance of this three-dimensional artwork changes according to the viewing angle and the direction and intensity of the light. Natural daylight or carefully positioned interior lighting will emphasize the wood grain, varying projections and shadows of the mosaic elements.
The varied three-dimensional surface may also help scatter a limited amount of reflected sound. This artwork has not been acoustically tested or certified and should not be considered professional acoustic treatment.
PACKAGING AND SHIPPING
The artwork will be carefully protected with multiple cushioning layers and placed in reinforced packaging suitable for international transportation.
A signed Certificate of Authenticity will accompany the artwork.
For shipments to the United States, the applicable prepaid import charge is included in the selling price, so the buyer will not be asked to pay it separately upon delivery.
Please note that colours may vary slightly depending on screen settings and lighting conditions. Natural variations in wood grain and handmade surfaces are inherent characteristics of the artwork.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
• For indoor display only. • Keep away from moisture, high humidity and direct heat sources. • Remove dust gently with a clean, soft brush or dry microfiber cloth. • Do not use water, chemical cleaners or abrasive materials.
MANUFACTURER AND SAFETY INFORMATION — EU GPSR 2023/988
Manufacturer: Dreamodelers – Athanasios Liarokapis Agrinio, Greece Email: dreamodelers@gmail.com
Product type: Handmade wooden mosaic / three-dimensional wall artwork
Safety information:
• Decorative artwork for indoor use only. • Not a toy; keep away from small children. • Install using the fitted hanging points and wall fixings appropriate for the wall type and total artwork weight. • For the two-panel composition, install each panel separately and verify that both panels are securely supported. • If the wall construction is uncertain, professional installation is recommended. • Check the stability of the artwork after installation.
