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Overview This vibrant sunburst celestial wall medallion features a hand-sculpted solar face framed by an energetic multi-pointed ray pattern. Hand-painted in rich tones of fiery orange, golden yellow, crimson, and stark white, this piece serves as a striking focal accent for Global Eclectic, Boho, and Maximalist interior spaces. Designed for versatile placement, it creates an eye-catching statement on a gallery wall, styled within a bookcase niche, or hung as an entryway accent. Cultural & Artistic Background Drawing upon rich South Asian folk art traditions of celestial iconography, this piece embodies the solar symbol representing vitality, warmth, and spiritual illumination. Crafted using traditional papier-mâché and hand-molded composite techniques, artisans built up the dimensional relief of the facial features before applying a fine gesso ground. The face is decorated with hand-brushed detailing, including arched brows, expressive almond eyes, crimson lips, and a traditional forehead symbol (tilak), framed by a beaded border that bridges the central face with radiating rays. Condition & Surface Character The medallion remains structurally sound and intact with a firm, lightweight composite body. The hand-painted obverse retains strong pigment density with matte and satin finishes, displaying minimal, authentic micro-wear along the ray tips consistent with artisanal crafting. The reverse features a raw, textured plaster finish with subtle pinkish undertones from workshop preparation, fitted with a secure twisted twine hanging loop ready for display. Dimensions & Weight Height: 6.2 inches Width/Diameter: 5.8 inches Depth: 1.2 inches Weight Profile: Light
