Inspired by the relief of Agtamar church on Lake Van. Collage with gold leaf

Animals in combat as a theme in manuscripts and relief dates from before 900. They are found at Aghtamar, Yovhannavank, Geghard, Saghmosavank, Makaravank. “The Armenian word for bird, haw, is Related to the term for faith or belief, “hawak” ...In the Iranian tradition the bird, usually a large lonely bird such as an Eagle or a falcon, is the intermediary between man and Gods... the Iranian tradition is significant to the Armenian development because parts of Armenia were under a domination during the early Christian period.” -Weavers, Merchants and Kings

• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil
• Paper weight: 5.57 oz/y² (189 g/m²)
• Giclée printing quality