Ius Mortis | Elixir
Ius mortis, translated from latin can be defined as “elixir of Death”. elixir has roots in the practice of alchemy; it was used in the Middle Ages as the word for a substance believed to be capable of changing base metals into gold. It’s later use for a drug purported to prolong one’s life led to its application in the names of medicines of mostly questionable effectiveness. For the artist’s purposes, the Toxikon elixir, “Ius Mortis” is an object of power. Suder, draws attention to the beautiful & toxic remnants of the wildlife inhabitants of Bombay Beach.
This is all that remains of their existence.
Limited edition piece 1 of 25 - Ius mortis
antique Glass | granules of fish scales and bird bones | Liquid preservative | Melted wax seal
This art object will be for sale upon completion of the 2022 Bombay Beach biennale. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to X an organization working to advocate restore the natural habitat that was once a flourishing natural lakeside community.
