Pincushion (Scabiosa)
Signed and numbered with certificate of authentication.
- Print size 30 x 30 cm
- Hahnemühle cotton-fibre paper.
- Signed by artist
Edition of 30
Pincushion (scabiosa)
This sweet flower, with origins tied to Africa, is transformed into an eight-pointed (octagram) mandala, by ‘exploding’ each petal.
The symbol of the eight points represents the four elements of life - fire, air, water, and earth and also north, south, east and west. Together they create balance and harmony.
The number eight is a symbol of strength and prosperity, as represented by the Tarot.
The origin of the eight-pointed star is shrouded in mystery but has been associated with the Babylonian goddess Ishtar, as well as the Greek goddess Aphrodite who each symbolise love, harmony and beauty.
Scabiosa comes from the Latin word scabere, meaning to scratch. The flower was traditionally dried and used as a remedy in Africa to treat coughs and then in Rome to treat skin infections.
By meditating and viewing this piece of art, it promotes a connection to the sixth chakra - the third eye - the seat of our intuition.