"VILLA GAMBERAIA" This is a Trompe L'oeil  created for  Casual Dining and Barstools in San Diego, CA. Acrylic   13 ft x 9.5 ft = 123.5 sq. ft. Statue and birds Cat and Garden scene from the real "Villa Gamberaia" Flying Bird Relief Trompe "Chiseled" Signature and Butterfly This is an imaginary Italian villa overlooking Florence. The garden scene is an authentic recreation while the rest is my creation including the architectural detailing. Also seen are two birds. a butterfly and a cat on the stairs. Murals Fantastic is the online portfolio for San Diego, California artist & muralist Rik Erickson. All images are © Copyright 2000 - 2001 by Rik Erickson, and may not be reproduced, copied, displayed, or used in any way without written permission. All rights reserved.   ING, MURALIST, SAN DIEGO