Description
Image Gold: Love
“Flip of Love” translates the greatest of the three Christian virtues into a contemporary visual language. Its flowing lines express the dynamic nature of love—at times vibrant and energetic, at times calm and enduring. The golden swirl resolves in a heart, making visible what is difficult to express in words: connection, trust, and devotion.
This motive of abstract Christian art entitled “Flip of Love”, translated as “vortex of love”, is one of a series of three images in gold with the Christian biblical themes: Faith – Hope – Love. The images are symbols of the three cardinal virtues of Christians,
which are also referred to as the divine virtues. “But now faith, hope, love, these three remain; but love is the greatest among them,” writes Paul in 1 Corinthians 13:13.
The picture is painted with real gold on handmade paper. It shows a vortex, similar to a representation of a single movement with many flips and twists, ending in a heart. The image “Love” is an expression of joy, exuberant life and complete surrender to a feeling that is so overwhelming, like a dance of joy.
Even though the lines show ecstasy, they end in a heart, which can also be seen as a symbol of control, stability and durability.
The Meaning of “Flip of Love”
The Meaning of “Flip of Love”
The title “Flip” is inspired by skateboarding, where it describes a trick in which the board rotates around one or more of its axes. This artwork captures that very sense of movement: harmony emerging from apparent chaos. The motion comes to rest in a golden heart—a symbol of a love that endures.
Picture with real gold
Picture with real gold
The flip or swirl is hand painted with real gold on handmade paper. The digital element is the font printed with traditional black printer ink. The approximately A4 sized image appears lively, happy and carefree. It fits in the living room, in the bedroom, but also in an office or home office.
It complements every living style with an interesting, sophisticated element.
A Meaningful Gift
A Meaningful Gift
“Flip of Love” is an exceptional gift for a wedding, anniversary, Valentine's Day, or engagement. It is equally suited for those who value love, genuine connection, and lasting ideals over passing trends.
This artwork is part of an ongoing artistic cycle. Every piece is carefully handcrafted and bears its own unique signature through its lines, the application of gold leaf, and its individual expression. The motifs are not continued indefinitely; certain interpretations may eventually be completed and remain part of an evolving body of work. Additional interpretations of this motif, as well as related works from the same cycle, are available upon request.
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Material
Gold
The application consists of genuine 23-karat double ducat gold leaf from the Austrian Mint.
In addition, I use digital elements, for example in the lettering, which is applied to the paper with conventional printer ink using a complex process and represents the computer technology of our time.
Each artwork is unique. My own techniques allow the creation of similar works, but never identical ones.
I sign each sheet by hand (pencil, monogram WR for Wonnereich, or UR for Ulrike Rainer), sometimes on the reverse. A certificate card with details on materials and technique is included.
Handwork & Handmade Paper
I create the artworks by hand in mixed media on fine handmade paper. The paper is slightly cream-coloured and features irregular, hand-torn edges.
This edge structure is material-related and gives each artwork an individual character. For this reason, the dimensions of the works may vary slightly.
The usual formats are approx. A4 (approx. 21 × 28 cm or 8,3 x 11,0 in) or approx. A5 (approx. 19 × 15 cm or 7,5 x 5,9 in), depending on execution and availability.
Unless otherwise stated, the handmade paper used comes from paper mills in Italy or Spain, regions with some of the oldest paper-making traditions in Europe.
On Iron
Upon request, the artwork is presented on iron.
The iron works are made of controlled rusted iron with a material thickness of approx. 0.5 to 1 mm, depending on availability. The rusting process is initiated by hand, then stopped, and the surface is sealed.
Patterning and rust structure vary, as does the coloration, ranging from silvery-grey tones to reddish-brown hues.
Unless otherwise stated, the artwork is mounted using the included magnets. In individual cases, the work is screwed.
Iron works are generally centrally pre-drilled and prepared for wall mounting, except for larger formats (e.g. 40 × 50 cm). These are not pre-drilled, as their weight does not allow mounting with a single nail.
Special requests (e.g. without pre-drilling) are possible depending on availability.
Note: The image shown represents an example from the respective series. Rust structure, coloration, and mounting method may vary depending on the individual execution.
Notes
Payment
Payment is made as part of the order process using the payment methods offered in the shop.
For works that are created individually, I begin the work after receipt of payment or payment confirmation.
The following payment options are available:
- Bank transfer (you will receive the invoice and bank details after your order has been placed)
- PayPal
- Credit card via PayPal (no PayPal account required)
For payments made via PayPal or credit card, confirmation is usually received promptly. In the case of bank transfers, the processing time depends on the banking system and is outside my control.
Payments made in a currency other than euros may incur additional bank fees.
VAT exempt in accordance with the small business regulation.
Notes
You can reach me by email at office@wonnereich.com.
Please note:
For personalised works (e.g. personal names, specific lettering, individual adjustments), the right of withdrawal and return is excluded once work on the piece has begun.
Further information on personalised products can be found in the “Personalisation” tab. If this tab is not present, personalisation is not available for the respective work.
Unless otherwise stated, works are delivered without frames or accessories.
Production Time & Shipping
Finished works are usually shipped within 2–3 working days after receipt of payment.
For individually created or handcrafted works, production may take a few additional days, particularly in the case of ongoing cycles or limited works. In such cases, you will of course be informed in advance.
Interior Inspiration Gallery
The room inspiration images shown are intended to illustrate possible living and interior design settings. Depending on the product, they may include both real photographs and digitally created visualizations, including interiors generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence. They are provided solely for inspiration and demonstrate example ways in which the artworks may be displayed.
Work History
Selected earlier executions of this motif, now in private collections.
