Zodiac, Mucha - Quilled Artist Series Greeting Card

A Celestial Masterpiece Reborn in Paper
Experience the cosmic grandeur of Alphonse Mucha's magnificent 1896 lithograph "Zodiac" through the extraordinary medium of hand quilled paper art. This museum-quality recreation transforms Mucha's celebrated Art Nouveau masterpiece into a three-dimensional work of art using the ancient technique of paper quilling.

Historical Significance
Originally created as a decorative panel showcasing the twelve signs of the zodiac, this artwork represents Mucha's mastery of symbolic Art Nouveau design. The central female figure, adorned with flowing auburn hair and celestial ornaments, is surrounded by an intricate circular arrangement of zodiacal symbols. Mucha's genius shines through his ability to blend mystical symbolism with decorative beauty, creating a work that captures both the mystery of astrology and the elegance of the Belle Époque era.

Exceptional Craftsmanship
Our master artisans have meticulously recreated every detail using traditional paper quilling techniques, featuring:

• Tight, precise coils that capture the intricate zodiacal symbols and ornate border details
• Layered dimensionality that brings the flowing hair and decorative elements to three-dimensional life
• Hand-rolled paper strips in carefully selected earth tones, golds, and jewel colors that honor Mucha's rich palette
• Exceptional attention to detail in every curl of hair, celestial symbol, and decorative flourish

Each piece requires dozens of hours to complete, with artisans carefully shaping hundreds of individual paper coils to recreate the goddess-like figure's cascading locks, the intricate zodiac wheel, and the elaborate Art Nouveau border that frames this celestial vision.

A Living Artwork
Unlike a flat reproduction, this quilled interpretation adds texture and depth that invites closer inspection. The interplay of light and shadow across the raised paper elements creates an ever-changing visual experience, making the zodiacal symbols seem to shimmer and the figure's hair appear to flow with celestial energy, bringing Mucha's timeless cosmic beauty vibrantly alive in your space.

Product Details:

• Inside Copy: Blank plus additional blank insert to write your own message on
• Rectangle Card Size: 7x5.5 in
  
• Accompanied by a color-coordinated envelope.