Sculptors of the Crystalline Pools
A dramatic, receding grid of mineral cells carves the coastal landscape into a mesmerizing patchwork of turquoise, deep azure, and weathered earth. Within this vast, reflective matrix, traditional harvesters move with rhythmic precision, acting as silent orchestrators of an elemental alchemy. With patience and ancestral skill, they shape the water's bounty into pristine, glistening pyramids of pure white salt that rise from the edges of each basin. Caught under the long, stark shadows of the sun, it is a stunning celebration of human endurance and natural symmetry, where daily life is etched directly into the crust of the earth. A timeless labor, a crystalline mosaic, and the quiet dedication of the Sculptors of the Crystalline Pools.
Fine Art Limited Edition of 28. Photo © Copyright by Sylvère Clerempuy.
 MATERIALS & FRAMING
Acrylic. Mounted under 2 mm of glossy acrylic glass, on a 3 mm aluminium Dibond backing. Up to 120 × 180 cm it is printed on Fuji Crystal DP II photo paper; the two largest sizes are a pigment fine art print, the process the lab uses for very large formats.
Metal. Direct UV print on 3 mm aluminium Dibond, matte, from 60 × 90 to 120 × 180 cm. WhiteWall describes it as resistant to water and UV light and suitable for protected outdoor spaces.
Frame. Acrylic prints can also be ordered in a black aluminium ArtBox frame, which adds 1.2 cm to each dimension.
AUTHENTICITY
Prints come unsigned unless you ask for my signature. To guarantee provenance, a signed Certificate of Authenticity detailing your specific limited edition is mailed to you separately within 3 months of your order.
EDITIONS & ARTIST PROOFS
This image is a limited edition of 28 prints plus 2 artist proofs, across all sizes and materials. One artist proof (A/P 2/2) and the first print of the edition (1/28) can be acquired, and both can be personalised. Write to me and I'll tell you what is still available.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Shipping is free and insured, worldwide. Your print goes into production within 24 hours and arrives in about 21 working days. In the rare event of transit damage, send me photos within 48 hours and I'll have a replacement made.
