The Halcyon convex mirror is based on a deeply faceted frame that I gilded with gold metal leaf. I layered several sizes of clear Venetian glass rods then sealed each ray with clear resin. The tip of each ray has a rock crystal quartz sphere tipped with a class cabochon. In order to emphasize the golden theme of the frame I backed each sphere with a patch of gold leaf which shimmers through the clear crystal.
The Halcyon convex mirror measures about 11.5 inches in diameter.
This mirror is being shipped to my Atlanta showroom, Ainsworth-Noah. Call 917-968-0912 for more information.
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Halcyon is the name of the demi-goddess in ancient Greek mythology. Her father was the god of the winds, Aeolus. She married the king of Tachis, Ceyx. Theirs was a very happy and passionate marriage. However when Ceyx sailed to Delphi to consult with the oracle of the god Apollo tragedy struck when his boat was sunk in a ferocious storm. Needless to say, Halcyon was stricken with terrible grief. So much did she suffer that the god Zeus transformed her into a beautiful bird, the Halcyon.
More detail of this myth can be found at https://www.greekmyths-greekmythology.com/the-myth-of-halcyon-the-halcyon-days/s
The myth of Halcyon is a tender story of love and commitment, which explains the Greek Halcyon sunny days of calm seas and winds. The “Halcyon Days” appear in mid January every year. The phrase Halcyon Days today also signifies prosperity, joy, liberation and, of course, tranquility.
Halcyon is a type of kingfisher bird that nests by the sea where winds blow, so that its eggs are protected during the nesting period. Needless to say, during the proverbial Halcyon days, the god Aeolus calms the winds enough for the bird’s eggs to hatch.
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