Sanderson Wallpaper Pygmalion Alabaster 217327

The Sanderson Wallpaper Pygmalion offers a breathtaking interpretation of the timeless myth of Pygmalion, blending classical iconography with surrealism in a mesmerizing mural piece. Depicting the legendary tale of Pygmalion, the King of Cyprus, who brought a female figure to life through the intervention of Aphrodite, this mural spans three meters across four panels, commanding attention with its grandeur and intricacy.

Rendered in a single colourway of Alabaster, Pygmalion exudes decadence and opulence, with rococo dolphins, giant artichokes, fennel, garlic bulbs, and mollusk shells adorning the composition alongside architectural detailing in a Baroque style. The juxtaposition of strings of pearls and feathers with stag beetles creates a striking contrast, adding to the mural's allure and complexity.

Giles Deacon's fascination with Trompe-l'oeil is evident in Pygmalion, as he masterfully captures the sense of an imaginary world where classical elements blend seamlessly with surrealist touches. The mural invites viewers into a wondrous theatre of the mind, where the curtain is drawn back to reveal an astonishing panorama filled with juxtapositions of scale, object versus landscape, and a distorted view on classicism.