Song of the Cosmic Firebird

Song of the Cosmic Firebird is a woodburned illustration inspired by a small ornament found on a 15th-century iron casket. The design transforms that historic decorative motif into a richly detailed composition of a phoenix surrounded by flowers, leaves, and flowing ornament set against a backdrop of stars. Warm natural wood stands out against the deeply burned background, while the intricate pattern gives the piece a sense of movement and an old-world, almost enchanted character. A singular choice for people drawn to mythical birds, medieval ornament, folklore, and richly patterned art.