"Earthrise" Oil and 24kt Gold Leaf Painting with Gems and Meteorite Dust by Michelle Rouch

An iconic view of the "big blue marble" taken aboard Apollo 8 by Bill Anders, revealed a never seen before image of Earth peeking out from beyond the lunar surface as the first crewed spacecraft circumnavigated the Moon. This historical image captivated and enthralled the world has become known as "Earthrise." In an EAA panel discussion in 2017, astronaut Jim Lovell stated "?we went to the moon and discovered the Earth."

As we are approaching the 50th Anniversary of the "Earthrise" image taken aboard the Apollo 8. And now this original fine art piece by the award-winning artist Michelle Rouch can be yours. This framed and exquisitely executed oil painting atop of 24k gold leaf shows the Earth surrealistically in the background and the eerie lunar surface as the foreground piece. In dramatic style as only, Michelle Rouch can do, are heavenly constellations and celestial bodies in all their glory surrounding the orb of night. The constellations are depicted with stunning black / blue sapphires and other eye-catching gems. This would be a welcomed addition to any art connoisseur's collection.

Note: Lot available for pick up after The Gathering 2018. Shipping at winning bidder's expense.