The painting was created in layers, layers of paint and layers of decorative papers collaged into the paint surface. The little blue bird stands below a quote embedded beneath layers of glazed paint. The painting looks great from a distance, but the viewer can't resist a close up look at all the variety of texture and to read the almost hidden quote "Ambition and love are the wings to great deeds." An original fine art painting on gallery wrapped canvas, no staples showing, with the 3/4" thick edges that are painted black. A hanging wire is attached and a protective UV varnish has been applied to the painted surface. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. I check my email throughout the day, so you won't have to wait long for a reply. Great gift idea! Will ship to gift recipient at your request. A greeting card will be included with your name on it. FREE USA Shipping! (International Buyers will recieve a $10 shipping credit) This is an original, one of a kind, work of art, NOT a print.