The Alchemist
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A limited edition exploring the tension between becoming more fully yourself and an increasingly optimised world.
Produced using relief printing and hand-applied gold leaf to recreate the texture and reflective qualities of the original artwork.
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About the artwork
The Alchemist explores the process of becoming more fully yourself while navigating a rapidly changing world.
At the centre of the artwork is a fragmented figure positioned between two worlds. One draws from nature, craftsmanship and organic growth. The other transforms into technological structures and machine-like systems.
Rather than choosing between them, the figure uses the tension to look deeper within.
The original artwork was created over nearly three months of building up layers of texture, then gilded with 24-carat gold leaf.
The result is a work that invites reflection on value, self-authorship and the aspects of being human that cannot be quantified.
This limited edition is produced in collaboration with leading British printmakers using a combination of silkscreen printing, relief printing and hand-applied imitation gold leaf, recreating the texture and reflective qualities of the original artwork.
A deeper look
Symbolic figure
A symbolic figure made up of royal medieval-inspired patterns, which appear to dissolve or glitch in places.
Ready to frame
Produced at 50 × 50 cm (20 × 20 inches), an easy to frame size, perfect for display, collecting or gifting.
Raised gold detail
Advanced relief printing recreates the original embossed textures before being finished with imitation gold leaf by one of the UK's leading printmakers.
Hand-sigend & numbered
Each print is hand-signed and numbered by the artist, and includes a certificate of authenticity.
About the artist
David Roman is a contemporary artist based in Birmingham whose work explores consciousness, identity and human value through traditional gilding techniques and contemporary symbolism.
Over the past thirteen years, Roman's work has found homes with private collectors, professional athletes and entrepreneurs who value craftsmanship, contemporary art, and supporting independent artists.
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