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The creation of mankind

2019, levkas, lacobel glass, LED lighting, wood, 56 x 85 cm (ID: 4019)

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Levkas (gesso) - (from the Greek word leukos, meaning white), a glue and chalk primer used in panel painting and gilding. It is applied hot on the icon, usually in about twelve layers. One layer for one day. The prayer of the ritual then directs its attention to the Apostles (one for each layer). It recalls their deeds and asks for intercession.

Lacobel glass - a decorative type of glass in float technology, i.e. a perfectly smooth sheet of flat glass. It is created by coating one side of the glass sheet with glossy or matt varnish in any colour. This makes the coating resistant to any kind of discolouration or damage.