Acrylic and crushed Turquoise (the gem) on cradled wood panel. A low profile, handmade frame painted gloss black is incorporated into the artwork. It is made of wood, has mitered corners, and a rounded bevel. Please see image details for a better look of the frame.
This particular piece is one of four in a series loosely based on the four elements. The classical elements reflect the simplest parts and principles of things, this one represents earth.