Marble Skull

Polished stone veins ripple across a human skull rendered in pure white. Petals unfurl from the eye sockets, their grayscale tones glinting like silver against a deep charcoal background. Tiny cracks and subtle shadows give the bone realistic depth while the flowers feel almost soft enough to touch. Drips of ink stream downward, blurring the boundary between sculpture and painting. Negative space surrounds the form, letting the imagery breathe and placing full focus on the strange beauty of life sprouting from death. This surreal composition balances elegance with defiance, making the image at once haunting and peaceful.

The flower cluster grows outward in perfect symmetry, echoing the square layout of the print. Delicate leaves curl along the temples, adding quiet motion to an otherwise still subject. High-contrast lighting carves sharp highlights on the marble surface, amplifying every ridge of the bone. Each element is precisely centered, creating a graphic impact that works brilliantly in larger sizes such as 60×60 inches. From afar, the design reads as bold iconography; up close, fine line work reveals intricate botanical details. Viewers are invited to linger between the opposites of organic bloom and cold stone.

Based in Istanbul, Turkish artist and graphic designer Ali Gulec is known for images that oscillate between the macabre, irreverent, and absurd. At his ikiiki Design Studio he blends traditional illustration with digital collage, a style clearly visible in the layered textures of Marble Skull. Explore more Ali Gulec art prints to see how he continuously transforms familiar symbols into unexpected graphic statements.

• Printed on proprietary ArtFab fabric – washable, fade resistant, tear resistant, and easy to swap
• Available as Print Only, Stickablez Peel & Stick, or paired with an Infinity Frame or LED Lightbox Frame
• Sewn-in silicone beading lets you replace the print in minutes without tools
• Six square sizes from 32×32 up to 72×72 inches suit apartments, studios, or lofty spaces
• Select a 5/8 in or 1 in black frame or a 1 in silver frame for a gallery-grade finish
• Energy-efficient Lightbox option backlights the artwork, intensifying delicate marble and floral details

This piece belongs to our surreal wall art print, floral art collections making it ideal for anyone who loves rebellious décor that sparks conversation. Hung above a sofa, bed, or entry console, the crisp black and white palette harmonizes with minimalist interiors while the floral skull motif injects a daring twist. The square format fills large wall space evenly, giving balance to open-concept rooms.

Every print is made and assembled in the USA, created by real artists, and backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee with worldwide shipping. Our prints are designed to swap, so you can replace them with a custom photo collage print or any other design. See the simple process in the How it Works guide for large wall art and refresh your décor whenever inspiration strikes.