Where Empires Sleep is a limited edition signed fine art print by architect/artist Kurt Xu, capturing a breathtaking aerial view of an ancient city where history, architecture, and human life intertwine. This intricate architectural cityscape illustration invites viewers to explore a world of winding streets, grand towers, courtyards, and waterways—each detail telling a story of civilizations that once flourished and continue to inspire.
The artwork balances structure with movement, blending warm earth tones with cool blues and greens. From above, the city appears both monumental and intimate, celebrating the harmony between design, culture, and time.
Each print is hand-signed by the artist and released in a limited edition, making every piece a collectible work of contemporary architectural art.
🖼️ ART DETAILS
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Title: Where Empires Sleep
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Artist: Kurt Xu
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Edition: Limited Edition of 50
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Signature: Hand-signed by the artist
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Medium: Fine art print from original watercolor and ink artwork
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Style: Architectural illustration / Cityscape art / Aerial view art
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Orientation: Landscape
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Size: 12 x 16 inches
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Frame Options:
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Unframed print
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Natural wood frame
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Brown natural wood frame
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Glass: No glass (open-frame presentation)
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Paper: Museum-quality archival giclée paper for exceptional color depth and longevity
🏡 PERFECT FOR HOME & OFFICE DECOR
This architectural wall art is ideal for:
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Living room wall décor
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Office or studio décor
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Entryway statement art
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Bedroom décor
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Library or study spaces
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Gallery walls
Its bold color palette and intricate details make it a striking focal point in both modern and classic interiors.
🎁 A MEANINGFUL & COLLECTIBLE GIFT
This signed cityscape art print makes a thoughtful gift for:
Because it is a limited edition signed print, it holds both artistic and collectible value.
🎨 ARTIST STATEMENT
Kurt Xu’s work explores the relationship between architecture and memory, capturing the spirit of cities as living histories. Where Empires Sleep reflects the quiet majesty of places shaped by generations—where stories remain embedded in every stone and street.
Each viewing reveals new details and invites the viewer to imagine the lives once lived within these walls.
