{"product_id":"cork-i-2026","title":"Cork I, 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intimate study of an everyday object, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e captures the sculptural character of a champagne cork through expressive brushwork, muted earthy tones and delicate golden highlights. Presented in a black frame with gilt detailing, the work evokes the character of a traditional miniature painting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of Australian artist Garth Nichol's collection of miniature still-life paintings, each work explores the beauty of familiar objects through a contemporary lens. Drawing inspiration from the Dutch Masters, Nichol combines traditional techniques with a modern sensibility, revealing the subtle interplay of light, texture and form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuietly expressive, his compositions invite a closer appreciation of the ordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garth Nichol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50957914374341,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/5051\/7445\/files\/CorkI_2026.png?v=1794527671","url":"https:\/\/mecque.com.au\/products\/cork-i-2026","provider":"Mecque","version":"1.0","type":"link"}