This is a Brand New print of "The Thief" Surreal Fantasy creature art character. Pencil drawing art print. Created with Pencil on 4x6" smooth Bristol paper. 2022.
 
The Thief unfolds as a moment suspended between action and mystery. At its center, a bird-like creature clutches a glowing orb—an object that radiates both beauty and enigma. Its light cuts through the surrounding darkness, hinting at a power or significance that remains just out of reach, drawing the viewer deeper into the narrative.
The creature itself feels both elegant and elusive, caught in the act of escape or perhaps driven by an unseen purpose. Is it stealing out of necessity, desire, or instinct? The unanswered question becomes part of the work’s tension, inviting viewers to imagine the origin of the orb and the world it came from.
Blending elements of fantasy and adventure, the piece explores the allure of the unknown and the risks we take to possess what captivates us. The glowing orb becomes a symbol—of ambition, temptation, or even forbidden knowledge—while the act of theft reflects the lengths one might go to claim something extraordinary.
The Thief is less about a single story and more about possibility. It opens a doorway into imagination, encouraging viewers to construct their own narrative and reflect on the delicate balance between desire and consequence.
 
Makes the perfect unique gift!

It has been digitally printed on 80 lb high quality Archival semi-gloss paper with fade resistant inks.

Print Sizes available:
- 5x7"
- 8x10"
- 11x14"

Overview
- Handmade item
- Original materials used: Pencil on Bristol paper
- Ships worldwide from United States
- Fully insured
- Will ship in a secure heavy duty padded package for safe delivery.
- Made-in house
 
Print Details: 
This artwork is a reproduction of my artwork. All prints are printed-to-order. Frame and mat not included. 
 
Paper: 
Printed on archival heavy weight white semigloss paper with fade resistant inks. Prints will include an additional white border on the edges. This white margin helps to stabilize the prints behind a mat. If you don't intend to use a mat, the margin is easily removed. *Please note that there may be slight cropping of the negative space on the design to accommodate for different size ratios.
 
Shipping: 
Every print is carefully packaged to ensure a safe arrival on your door step. Prints are shipped flat via USPS First Class postage in a flat bio-degradable sleeve with fiber boards. Corners are carefully covered with extra protection. All items are shipped free within the United States Postal Service. Please contact me for shipping estimates on international orders. 
 
*Please note that the colors you see on your monitor may differ slightly from those of the print due to variations in monitor settings and inks.
 
All images copyright © Alex Dakos. Artwork may not be reproduced or resold without the expressed permission of the artist.
 
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