Encrusted with glass gems and jewels, and midnight blue and silver beauty flies the starry night skies spreading a little magic wherever he goes.
 
Each jewelled bird sculpture was created by Athena Jane using vintage and modern glass and acrylic beads, gems and glass crystals, including recycled and upcycled jewellery from the artist's collection along with handmade Florentine paper and gold or silver metal leaf. 
 
Layers of work went into creating each bird, as the artist first sculpted an under structure using resin and wire and then gradually added layers of handmade papers, glazes and paint to create an aged feel to the work. Gemstones, beads, upcycled jewellery and tiny glass crystals are hand-picked for each bird and applied painstakingly over many hours. Finally Silver metal leaf is added, clinging to traces and painted over for a detailed weathered effect. 
 
Athena Jane began her collection of birds inspired by the opulence of Venice and the traces of history and rich colours she discovered as she walked among the canals and beauty of the city. She has made hundreds of sparkling birds, the absolute symbol of freedom- vibrant, colourful, and joyful. This Deep Blue, Silver and Diamond beauty is ready to wing its way out into the world. Each bird is a completely unique artwork taking 6-8 hours to create.
 
Measurements: each bird is approximately 
Length - beak to tail approx 15cm
Height - claw to top of head approx 13cm