FLORA OF THE SNAPE MARSHES COLLECTION

Botanical design carved by hand and gilded.

The Sloe is also known as Black thorn, the fruits are harvested in Autumn, most notably for making sloe gin.

This beautiful slate makes the perfect gift and can be used as a paper weight or equally, would look wonderful on a shelf or table to be admired as a decorative object.

© Una Sullivan

Size: 10cm x 10cm x 2.5cm

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Una Sullivan studied Advanced and Experimental Lettering at The City and Guilds of London Art School and has subsequently undertaken calligraphic work and the design and carving of inscriptions and decorative work in stone. 

Aside from commissioned work, Una’s focus is on small scale pieces of an intimate nature.  Working in fine textured limestones, slate, and gesso panels, she engages with an interest in the experiential nature of poetry and the challenge presented when responding to such language via the medium of lettering.

As a direct result of commemorative work, Una has developed an appreciation of flowers and their structure and makes use of this rich resource for design.