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Monument of Zeal

Monument of Zeal

$115.00 USD
$115.00 USD
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Beyond the Frame…

This portrait is a study of a paradox: the moment a human heart, full of fire, is captured in the stillness of stone. Inspired by Michelangelo’s David, I wanted to explore how determination can be etched into marble—how a figure can appear both soft in its beauty and rigid in its tension as it stands on the precipice of battle.

While drawing, I focused heavily on the sharp, attentive geometry of his gaze. There is a clarity of mind here that transcends the chiseled contours of the face and the heavy waves of the hair. Translating those marble features back into a living expression required a balance of heavy shadows and delicate highlights... an attempt to find the pulse beneath the stone.

David has never been a passive figure. Even in this frozen state, he feels consumed by an internal strength—a resolve that I believe still burns. He is a monument to active faith... a reminder that righteousness isn't a state of rest, but a state of readiness. He is not just a statue; he is a man watching for the giant... waiting for the signal to move.

Framed Options and Sizes

Framing Options

Each print is available matted or unmatted, depending on how you want the work to live in your space.

Matted Frames

Matted prints provide visual breathing room and a clean, gallery-style presentation. The mat creates a subtle buffer between the artwork and the glass, which helps preserve the print over time and enhances depth and focus.

  • Artwork is matted to a specific inner image size
  • Outer frame dimensions remain consistent with the selected frame size
  • Ideal for collectors who prefer a classic, exhibition-style look

Unmatted Frames

Unmatted prints offer a more immediate, edge-forward presentation. The image fills more of the frame, creating a bolder visual presence—especially effective for contemporary interiors or minimal spaces.

  • Artwork is printed to fit the selected frame size directly
  • No mat border between image and frame
  • A more modern, uninterrupted presentation

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Print Resolution & Image Quality

All prints are produced at high resolution, ensuring sharp detail and tonal fidelity across sizes. DPI values below are approximate and reflect the effective print resolution at each size.

Approximate DPI — Matted Frames

  • 9x12 frame matted to 6x8: 1250 DPI
  • 11×14 frame matted to 8×10: 1100 DPI
  • 12×16 frame matted to 8.5×11: 1070 DPI
  • 16×20 frame matted to 11×14: 970 DPI
  • 18×24 frame matted to 16×20: 680 DPI
  • 24×30 frame matted to 18×24: 550 DPI

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Approximate DPI — Unmatted Frames

  • 8.5x11 inch frame: 1200 DPI
  • 9x12 inch frame: 1076 DPI
  • 11×14 inch frame: 980 DPI
  • 12x16 inch frame: 840 DPI
  • 16x20 inch frame: 680 DPI
  • 18x24 inch frame: 560 DPI
  • 24x30 inch frame: 450 DPI

Note: DPI values above industry standards ensure clarity even at close viewing distances. Larger formats are optimized for normal viewing ranges, where visual sharpness remains exceptional.

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