The Caribbean-born Artist John Lyons
often relies upon the rich vernacular folklore and
mythology of his homeland to conjure up images of such
immense power that you can hardly take your eyes off
them. Lyons describes his work as an 'ambivalent
pleasure' and a 'playful dialogue' but they are much more
than that. Intuitive and breathtaking, courageous and
disturbing- when you consider a painting such as 'Birth
Of Soucoyant' or 'Folklore Convention' you are intrigued
and repelled in equal measure, as you are forced to
acknowledge your own unique reaction to such powerful
imagery.
John is an
artist well known for his dramatic oil paintings, often
inspired by Caribbean folklore, but he has produced a
good number of woodcut prints throughout his illustrious
career and when he isn't painting, or woodcut printing,
or writing & reciting poetry, he will be found with a
sketchbook in his hands. There are literally hundreds, if
not thousands, of sketches we would like to get our
greasy dealer palms on. Maybe one day, eh
John?
'The Model'
This is an original
sketch drawn by this incredibly accomplished and
highly-respected artist. Now, John is an artist well
known for his dramatic oil paintings, often inspired
by Caribbean folklore, but this sketch is something
altogether different.
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'Ornamental Owl'
This is an original
artist woodcut print limited to a run of only 8. This
is no.1! The majestic Owl features frequently in
John's work, usually in a 'supporting role', but is
the sole subject in this gorgeous piece.
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'Obeahman'
This is a limited
edition (number 5 of 10) woodcut print by this
incredibly accomplished and highly-respected artist.
Now, John is an artist well known for his dramatic
oil paintings, often inspired by Caribbean folklore,
but he has produced a good number of woodcut prints
throughout his illustrious career.
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'Chinese Horoscope'
This is a limited
edition (number 3 of 7) woodcut print on high quality
rice paper, by this incredibly accomplished and
highly-respected artist. Humans with animal heads
feature frequently in John's work as a response to
the Caribbean folklore he refers to. Remember, this
is a limited edition print so there can only ever be
7 of these prints in existence.
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'Blackbird'
Remember, this is a
limited edition print so there can only ever be 12 of
these prints in existence. This is a beautiful piece
to have which comes with a wide cream mount, ready
for framing as you see fit. It's an absolute gift of
a price and comes with FREE delivery to mainland UK
addresses!!!
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