Discover unique works inspired by archaeological heritage and my travels around the world.
Welcome to Elaïa. I create hand-drawn illustrations of ancient artifacts and monuments, worked entirely in pencil and stipple technique — a slow, precise process rooted in scientific illustration as much as in art.
About me
My name is Laetitia. I hold a Master's degree in Archaeology and spent over a decade working in the field, across the Middle East, Central Asia, Africa, and North America. Through my drawings, I aim to raise awareness of endangered heritage and give lasting form to the objects and stories I've encountered along the way.
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![A hand holding a detailed illustration of an Assyrian lion's head, surrounded by blooming white roses and green leaves, created by Elaïa Artist.]()
Assyrian lion, pointillism illustration
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![This image captures the intricate details of a hand-drawn Lamassu illustration by Elaïa Artist. The artwork is laid out on a wooden table, illuminated by natural light, with green foliage adding a touch of nature to the setting.]()
Human-headed winged lion (Lamassu), Ancient Mesopotamia
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![This image features a meticulous hand-drawn illustration of the bull's head from Darius I's Palace at Persepolis, placed on a wooden desk with a pencil and surrounded by elegant decor elements. Created by Elaïa Artist.]()
Hand-Drawn Bull's Head from Darius I's Palace at Persepolis
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![This image features a meticulous hand-drawn illustration of a lion defeating a bull from Persepolis, laid on a beige fabric with a candle in the background. The artwork, part of the Elaïa Artist Collection, showcases intricate details and historical.]()
Hand-Drawn Lion Defeating a Bull, Persepolis
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![This image features a framed, hand-drawn illustration of an ivory plaque from Baghdad, held by a woman. The artwork depicts a man holding a palm tree under a winged symbol from ancient Mesopotamia.]()
A man holding a palm tree under a winged symbol, Ancient Mesopotamia
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Contact
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