This small painting was inspired by alchemical illustrations and folk lore regarding The Lady of Lusignan.. The surface is built up with a method similar to the "palimpsest" which occurs in illuminated manuscripts and Indian minatures. Delicate ink drawings in intricate detail are juxtaposed with many thin layers of oil glaze, vintage paper, and gold leaf. This makes it's depth and richness difficult to photograph. The surface is more translucent and three dimensional than is apparent in the pictures.