Contemplation of Lepus II

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Contemplation of Lepus is a reimagining of an earlier work originally created in 2017 during a difficult period in Lauren's life. Revisiting the piece years later served as both an act of reflection and a challenge to reinterpret the original concept through the lens of artistic growth and technical refinement.

Suspended within an endless white void, a white rabbit ascends toward an unseen destination. A radiant halo of golden chanterelle mushrooms crowns the figure while simultaneously emerging from an exposed ribcage, evoking themes of decay, transformation, and renewal. From the rabbit's chest erupts the body of a deep blue serpent, coiling around the ascending form. Within the serpent, crimson moths emerge and disappear, moving between interior and exterior worlds. In many cultures, moths are considered messengers between the living and the dead, lending the work an atmosphere of remembrance, transition, and mystery.

Balancing symbols of mortality with symbols of growth, the piece explores the relationship between suffering, resilience, and rebirth. The restrained color palette draws inspiration from the simple yet striking combinations found in medieval art, reinforcing the work's timeless and devotional character.

As both a reflection on the artist's past and a testament to creative evolution, Contemplation of Lepus contemplates what remains when old wounds are revisited, not to reopen them, but to reveal what has taken root in their place.

Each high-quality print includes a 1 inch white border around the image, and is signed and numbered by the artist, Lauren Marx. These prints are a limited edition series of 300, so when they are gone, they are gone forever.

Select the perfect size for your space:

Large measures approx. 24.6 inches x 20 inches (including one inch white boarder)
Medium measures approx. 12 inches x 10 inches (including one inch white boarder)

Each lithograph is printed locally in St. Louis from the original watercolor artwork. Prints are packaged in a clear plastic sleeve and gently rolled into a heavy-duty, recyclable cardboard tube for shipping.

All of Lauren Marx’s products feature her original artwork, known for its intricate detail and emotional depth. Her pieces explore themes of nature, decay, mythology, and transformation, often combining anatomical elements, flora and fauna, and surreal hybrids in richly layered compositions. Each design is drawn and painted entirely by hand and reflects her signature blend of beauty and the macabre.

We ship all orders within two weeks, though our small team strives to fulfill your order much sooner than that!

Domestic USA Orders:

We'll cover the cost of shipping your order to any U.S. address (including Alaska and Hawaii) when you spend $120 or more.

All domestic USA orders ship with USPS and tracking numbers are provided. Shipping Times:1-4 weeks within the continental United States.

International Orders:

International orders shipped with DHL, which handles package delivery up to the destination country's border, where the host postal service takes over. That means tracking info may not be up to date once it reaches the customers destination country, as some countries do not update travel information in the DHL system where the tracking number originated.
Shipping Times: 2 weeks - 5 months for international orders depending on the country (Though most arrive in less than 2 weeks)

Refunds/Exchanges: Refunds may be granted for merchandise only in the event of lost packages, damaged merchandise, or shop error. No shipping charge refunds. Funds paid for shipping are remitted to the carrier for delivery services and not eligible for refunds by our shop.

Exchanges are not allowed under any circumstances.

Please note that prints are limited edition and signed by the artist. They often sell out, which means that in the event of damage or loss, a replacement print may not be available.