Inspired by the traditional maritime phrase "Hold Fast," this handcrafted reverse glass artwork is a modern interpretation of a timeless message of resilience, courage, and perseverance. Historically tattooed across the knuckles of sailors, Hold Fast served as both a practical reminder to maintain a firm grip on the ship's rigging and a symbolic expression of strength through life's challenges.
Each letter has been carefully hand-painted using traditional sign writing techniques and decorated with abalone shell and glitter. Delicate inlaid abalone shell catches the light, adding depth, iridescence, and subtle movement to the piece, while the rich blue background evokes the sea that inspired the original phrase.
Every artwork is individually created by hand, making each piece unique. Slight variations in the natural abalone shell and the handcrafted process ensure that no two works are exactly alike.
Materials: Reverse -painted glass with enamel paint. Abalone shell, glitter, timber frame.
Dimensions: 60 x 20cm
Framed and ready to hang
Handcrafted using traditional reverse glass signwriting techniques, helping to preserve an endangered heritage craft.
Inspired by the traditional maritime phrase "Hold Fast," this handcrafted reverse glass artwork is a modern interpretation of a timeless message of resilience, courage, and perseverance. Historically tattooed across the knuckles of sailors, Hold Fast served as both a practical reminder to maintain a firm grip on the ship's rigging and a symbolic expression of strength through life's challenges.
Each letter has been carefully hand-painted using traditional sign writing techniques and decorated with abalone shell and glitter. Delicate inlaid abalone shell catches the light, adding depth, iridescence, and subtle movement to the piece, while the rich blue background evokes the sea that inspired the original phrase.
Every artwork is individually created by hand, making each piece unique. Slight variations in the natural abalone shell and the handcrafted process ensure that no two works are exactly alike.
Materials: Reverse -painted glass with enamel paint. Abalone shell, glitter, timber frame.
Dimensions: 60 x 20cm
Framed and ready to hang
Handcrafted using traditional reverse glass signwriting techniques, helping to preserve an endangered heritage craft.
