Hand embroidered illustration of an osteon on cream dupioni silk with thread and watercolors.  Osteon are structures present in mammal bones along with those of some birds, reptiles and amphibian species. This piece details the lamellae which form a complex matrix around the central Haversian canal.

Housed behind low glare Tru Vue museum glass with amazing clarity and UV protection, with archival matting, and a dark wood frame.  

work: 3 in. x 3 1/4 in.
framed: 8 1/2 in. x 8 1/2 in.

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