The Golden Shroud - No. 16 | 42×30 cm

A vast, radiant expanse of heavily textured gold covers the composition, absorbing mark and memory into luminous stillness. The 16-piece cycle concludes with ultimate clarity: the path was always our own, and across the void, the journey begins anew.

Part of 'The Codex Suite', an exclusive 16-piece cyclical investigation into human endurance and archaic memory by Milan-based artist Ghanem Hassan. Contrasting heavy raw impasto against genuine gold leaf, the composition changes dynamically under changing ambient light, commanding presence as a museum grade focal point in modern architectural spaces.

• Medium: Pure gold leaf, textured acrylic impasto, and archaic ink on heavy handmade deckled cotton paper

• Dimensions: 42 × 30 cm (16.5 × 11.8 in)

• Execution: Original 1 of 1, unique archival work

• Authentication: Hand-signed and titled on recto; accompanied by an embossed, signed Certificate of Authenticity

• Provenance: Direct from the artist's studio, Milan, Italy

• Presentation: Unframed with deckled edges preserved; custom deep wooden float-framing available upon request

• Shipping: Fully insured international priority courier dispatch with tracked provenance documentation.

• Gallery Inquiries: Institutional acquisitions, diptych curatorial pairings, or private viewings can be arranged directly via the studio inquiry form or art@ghanemhassan.com.