Alchemy was a medieval practice that combined science and spirituality to try to change one type of matter into another. It was a precursor to chemistry.  During these times many beautiful illustrations were done of the different transmutations. FIXIATO is an interpretation of one of these alchemical processes. It means to fix in place, keep something static. 
Each of these Illuminated ornaments is hand enameled onto white glass and gone through multiple firings to build up color and transparency in the glass. Each is finished with a metal edge, and then gilded in 18k gold foil, much as the original grotesques would have been. WHile these are not exact replicas of the groteques, I did a lot of research to develop a similar style.
Fixiatio is finished in brass and 18k gold. It hangs at 12 inches long and suitable for wall hanging.