Unfolding of Your Words

Painting

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

The image showcases three large panels adorned with gold script, resembling ancient Bible verses. Each panel displays intricate, flowing handwriting, evoking a sense of historical reverence and spiritual solemnity. The artwork is set against a muted background, adding to the timeless, sacred ambiance inviting contemplation.

The image showcases three large panels adorned with gold script, resembling ancient Bible verses. Each panel displays intricate, flowing handwriting, evoking a sense of historical reverence and spiritual solemnity. The artwork is set against a muted background, adding to the timeless, sacred ambiance inviting contemplation.

Name/Title

Unfolding of Your Words

Entry/Object ID

2015.9.1

Description

Beneath the layers of wax and rice paper is text from the first chapter of Genesis, and the three central raised panels are enscribed with the handwritten text of Psalms 119 to 121—each in conversation with the other. At the bottom an old Bible cover end panel anchors the work.

Type of Painting

Panel

Artwork Details

Medium

Encaustic, encaustic with mixed media and gold leaf

Category

Biblical, On-Display at Calvin University

Made/Created

Artist

Sandra Bowden

Date made

2008

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

16 in

Width

20 in

Depth

1 in

Exhibitions

Donna Spaan Contemporary Art Collection: June 1 - August 15, 2015 Center Art Gallery
Light - An Eternal Presence: The Donna Spaan Contemporary Collection of Art, Sept. 8 - Oct. 10, 2015
Loan - Spaan Collection @ Dordt College
Loan - Spaan Collection @ 2nd CRC - Grand Haven, Michigan
Loan - Spaan Collection @ LaGrave CRC
Spaan Collection - August 27 - November 29, 2024