Murders of Virandir and Jukoni
This gruesome mosaic features the events that took place in the myth of Virandir's Wandering Eyes. During its creation, the artist was theorized to be hopped up on copious amounts of coffee (and possibly something stronger as well.)
Manufacturing process
To make the mosaic, Mazoph first drew the scene on paper to make sure each element and character was arranged to his satisfaction. He then proceeded to reverse the image and transfer it to a large piece of fabric. Once that was done, Mazoph arranged the tesserae face-down on the fabric, constructing the entire mosaic backwards so he could transport it to its final destination and grout it permanently into place.
History
The piece was commissioned by a wealthy man with an interest in the arts. The man didn't have as intense an interest in gruesome subjects as Mazoph, but the myth was meaningful for him and he wanted to honor it in some way while supporting a local artist. Since the man's passing, the mosaic has remained where it was installed in his home, which has now been passed down through his family.
Significance
This mosaic was known to be one of Mazoph's favorites because of the vividness of the red glass he was able to procure for the blood. The glass came from another work of art, a vase that was shattered by a careless child. Mazoph fought another artist (both verbally and, eventually, physically) for the broken vase.
Item type
Art
Creation Date
237 AB
Current Location
Creator
Rarity
One-of-a-kind
Raw materials & Components
Shell fragments, broken pottery, pieces of stone, and shards of red glass
Related Myths
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