Professionally printed on an advanced aluminium substrate, “Pyramids of the Historical Golden New” takes the celebrated historical landmarks of Piper Street, Kyneton, on a sophisticated journey of optical illusion. Familiar architectural forms are deconstructed and reimagined with a new focal guidance that compels the viewer's eye across the metal in varying, shifting vectors. Composed from a balance of perspective, light, and memory, the artwork captures the essence of a heritage town through a distinctly contemporary, structural lens. The dye-sublimation process fuses pigment directly into the metal panel, giving the deconstructed geometries and golden copper undertones a glass-like depth that appears almost backlit from within.
A refined palette of washed golden copper tones takes on an extraordinary, pearlescent brilliance across the metal substrate — amplifying line clarity, deepening rich tonal contrast, and shifting dynamically as interior light changes throughout the day.
All works by Durham J White are layered photographic artworks, crafted using the artist's personal archive of original exposures to build rich, painterly depth.
Core Palette: Washed golden copper tones, warm amber, and cool metallic underpinnings.
Daylight Response: Under natural morning light, the intricate, layered geometries assert themselves with crisp, sharp definition, creating a highly structured contemporary presence.
Evening Response: As evening ambient lighting takes over, the copper and gold undertones activate profoundly, casting a soft, radiating glow that brings a quiet, chameleonic warmth to the room.
Ideal Spaces: Curated residential voids, luxury entryways, and considered commercial spaces.
Material Pairings: Pairs seamlessly with raw textiles, exposed timber beams, industrial steel fixtures, and neutral plaster walls.
Visual Role: Functions as an immersive, commanding focal point that reflects the organic yet structured textures of the historic landscape.
A sleek, high-clarity contemporary presentation offering unparalleled depth, brilliance, and a sharp, modern edge. The dye-sublimation process bonds pigments directly into the aluminium panel, rendering the golden copper palette with exceptional precision and an irreplaceable luminous intensity.
Substrate: Genuine, archival ChromaLuxe aluminium print panel.
Framing: Available ready to hang flush-mounted (unframed), or encased in a bespoke Natural Ash float frame as standard (minimalist Satin Black float frame available upon request).
Longevity: Rated for a 60-year certified colour-fast interior lifespan.
Maintenance: Exceptionally durable, fade-proof, and easy to clean. Gently wipe the surface with a soft, dry or lightly damp microfibre cloth. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners.
This work is also available as a traditional Glass Framed Fine Art Print (featuring a 7 cm mat and hand-torn floating edge) or a textured Archival Canvas Exhibition Print. Those drawn to this piece may also appreciate its monochromatic counterpart, available as a free standing tile.
All pieces are produced as bespoke, made-to-order studio editions.
Unframed Metal: $1,350
Premium Natural Ash Float Framed: $1,500
Bespoke Studio Edition
Unframed Metal: $3,600
Premium Natural Ash Float Framed: $3,900
Limited Studio Edition of 21
Unframed Metal: $4,700
Premium Natural Ash Float Framed: $5,300
Limited Studio Edition of 21
(Frame options add ~3 cm to total outer dimensions, except Grand Statement, where the outer frame matches the 100 × 130 cm footprint.)
Production: Handcrafted to order in Brisbane, Australia. International projects are routed to certified ChromaLuxe master labs within the destination region (US, UK, Europe) to ensure precision and rapid delivery.
Bespoke Calibration: International dimensions are calibrated to local regional standards; exact outer footprints are verified prior to fabrication.
Timeline: Please allow 2–4 weeks for production, framing, and strict studio quality assurance.
Shipping: Complimentary fully insured shipping Australia-wide. Every artwork is professionally packed, crated, and tracked to ensure safe arrival.
International Projects: Please contact the studio directly to coordinate delivery, custom crates, and global customs options.
