PHAR LAP with JIM PIKE & TOMMY WOODCOCK
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Real 3D Layered Photograph in Paper Tole style - PHAR LAP Racehorse
DESIGN:
This product is a unique, entirely homemade variation of traditional Paper Tole. Traditional designs and available papercraft kits normally use drawings and artwork; this complete product is composed of multiple separate layers of actual photographic prints. This gives an artistic impression of a 3D Photograph with real perspective. General and fine details including the horse's hair and bridle are cut and layered separately from each other in this one-of-a-kind product style.
PHOTOGRAPHY:
This product is compiled from three seperate photos. They include the winning Melbourne Cup race in 1930, with Jockey Jim Pike, and a portrait photo with strapper/trainer Tommy Woodcock. All are previously well-known images. Due to their age (prior to 1955 in Australia), they are now in the public domain. Unlike today, there is only a limited selection of photography even from such famous events. "Paper Tole by KC" has chosen iconic images to present in a format no one has otherwise used, to present one of the most well-known racehorses that has ever lived. The whole effect makes this product highly suitable as giftware or collectable merchandise.
CONSTRUCTION:
This is the first product created by Paper Tole by KC, that consists of more than one image within the one single frame. There are 50 different pieces combined to make this combination. Various high-quality prints on matte photo paper are used (most suited for craft and manual handling). The fine details of each layer are artificially cut, but hand assembled, glued and reinforced in layers. Elements of the construction, including cardboard and foam-core backing, can be seen if viewed from sharp angles. However enough overlap of foreground and background pieces is provided to give a real 3D perspective from the viewer. Physical construction time of each copy takes up to two to three days (depending on complexity), but does NOT include the many hours of digital, computer setup work (done only once per photo product). I have refined the method over many years, with acid free glue and materials used, to ensure a long-lasting product. Prints use all genuine Epson materials.
FRAME:
The frame is supplied to me locally, and is custom made from raw timber (NOT a standard bulk moulding). For this Phar Lap photo, black stained Oak has been used (which still shows the timber grain). The box (aka shadowbox) frame with substantial depth is required to house the 3D product. A rear hanging wire is attached.
In addition, a "water-white" clear glass has been used to minimise reflections, and provide a 70% UV protection (specifically, UltraView UV70 glass by TruVue brand). This provides a much more transparent appearance due to a high light transmission and minimal reflections. However framed items should still be placed out of direct sunlight. Glass can be cleaned of fingerprints with a damp cloth using water or an ammonia-free glass cleaner, using small swirling motions.
Total outside frame dimensions:
Width: 545mm (about 21.5 inches)
Height: 420mm (about 16.5 inches)
Depth: 55mm
Weight: 4kg
$1550 plus GST (Black Oak Frame). Currently shipping using Pack N Send (postage only $60+). Direct delivery within Victoria can be arranged.