Sticking Knives - Illumine Series | Original Oil Pastel Artwork

• Title: Sticking Knives
• Series: The Illumine Series
• Medium: Oil-Based Sakura Pastels On Heavyweight Archival Paper
• Process: Highly Manipulated Oil Pastels—Blended, Layered, And Scratched For Dense Texture
• Artwork Size: 10.5″ × 14″ (26.7 × 35.6 cm)
• Presentation: Mounted In An 11″ × 14″ LED Backlit Frame (Some Cropping Occurs)
• Frame Depth: 0.96″ (2.44 cm)
• Frame Outer Dimensions: 12.75″ × 15.75″ (32.4 × 40.0 cm)
• Visible Display Area: 9.88″ × 12.88″ (25.1 × 32.7 cm) (Edges Trimmed By Frame Overlap)
• Lighting: Bright white LED illumination designed for even glow (No Hot Spots), With Inline Dimmer
• Construction: Anodized Aluminum (Made In USA), With Protective Overlay Lens
• Power & Setup: Ships With Mounting Hardware, Long Cord, Transformer, And Inline Dimmer
• Weight: 3 lb (1.36 kg) (Per Vendor Listing)

Quick Care (tl;dr)

• Keep Indoors Only: Display In A Climate-Controlled Space.
• Avoid Direct Sunlight: No Harsh UV Or Window-Blast Exposure.
• Skip Humid Rooms: Avoid Bathrooms, Steamy Kitchens, And Damp Basements.
• Handle By The Frame: Do Not Touch The Art Surface (Oil Pastel Can Smudge).
• Clean the Acrylic/PMMA Gently: Use A Microfiber Cloth + Water Or Plastic-Safe Cleaner (No Ammonia, No Abrasives).
• Keep Away From Heat/Vents: Don’t Hang Above Radiators, Fireplaces, Or HVAC Blasts.
• Use Backlight Thoughtfully: Enjoy It—Just Turn Off When Not Needed To Minimize Heat/Exposure.

The REAL DEAL:

Placement

• Indoor Use Only: Keep in a climate-controlled interior space.
• Avoid Direct Sunlight: Do not hang in direct sun or harsh UV exposure (it can fade pigments and warm the frame unnecessarily).
• Stable Environment: Aim for a comfortable, steady room—avoid big temperature swings or constant humidity changes.
• Keep Away From Heat Sources: Don’t mount above radiators, heaters, fireplaces, or vents.

Humidity & Air Quality

• Avoid High Humidity: Bathrooms, steamy kitchens, and damp basements are not ideal (paper and pastel don’t love moisture).
• Avoid Smoke / Grease / Aerosols: Oil pastel can attract airborne grime over time; keep away from smoke, cooking grease, and spray cleaners.

Handling

• Handle By The Frame: Avoid touching the paper/art surface. Oil pastel remains slightly “alive” and can smudge if disturbed.
• Clean Hands Or Gloves: If you need to move it, use clean hands and grip the aluminum frame edges.
• Let It Settle: After moving/hanging, give it a moment to acclimate before turning on the backlight.

Cleaning

Acrylic Glass/PMMA (Front Panel):

• Use a soft microfiber cloth.
  If needed, lightly dampen with water or a plastic-safe cleaner.
• Do Not Use: Ammonia-based glass cleaners, alcohol-heavy sprays, abrasives, or paper towels (they can haze/scratch Acrylic/PMMA).

Aluminum Frame:

• Dust with a dry microfiber cloth.
  For marks, use a barely damp cloth, then dry immediately.

Lighting

Backlight Use:

• It’s fine to enjoy it illuminated regularly, but like any lit object, moderation is kind—especially if it’s in a sunlit room.
• Turn off when not in use if you want to maximize long-term stability and minimize heat exposure.

Long-Term Best Practices

• Dust Regularly: Light dusting keeps airborne grime from building up.
• Avoid Frequent Repositioning: Less handling = less risk.
• If You Must Store It: Store upright, in a dry interior space, away from pressure on the face panel.

• Production: This is a unique piece, handmade by the IXNAY. Most handmade items ship within 5-10 business days.
• Domestic (US): $4.99 Flat Rate. Free on orders over $75.
• International: Simple flat rates for Canada ($9.99) and Major Markets ($12.99 to UK, EU, AU and NZ). All other regions are calculated at checkout.
• The Goal: Your 100% satisfaction and that this artwork arrives to you in perfect condition. Communication is key. If we have any questions or feel the need to make specific arrangements we will contact you. Please be sure l of your information is correct during the checkout process.

See our Shipping Policy for more details.

The Made in USA backlit frame is sourced from a trusted third-party vendor. The artwork is 100% handmade by IXNAY. Mounting, final inspection, and protective packaging are all completed in-house to ensure it arrives safely.

Quality Guarantee

Every original is inspected before it ships. If your order arrives damaged, defective, or you received the wrong item, contact us immediately upon delivery with photos so we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Handmade / One-Of-One Policy

Because this is a handmade, one-of-one artwork, we do not accept general returns (including preference-based returns like “changed my mind” or “not what I expected”).

What Counts As “Normal” For Handmade Work

This piece includes intentional variations and process marks—visible texture, layering, blending, scratching, subtle irregularities, and other evidence of the hand. These are part of the work’s character and are not considered defects.

If You’re Unsure, Ask

We want you to feel good about the work you live with. If something feels off, reach out and we’ll review your request with care. To start, email from this contact form.

EU Customers

If your order is shipped into the European Union, you may have a 14-day right to cancel/return under our policy.

More details are available on our Return & Refund Policy page.

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