Michael Leunig was an iconic Australian cartoonist, writer, painter, philosopher and poet, best known for his cartoons published in the Sydney Morning Herald and Age newspapers over 55 years. Spanning the political, cultural and philosophical, his visual world was one of whimsy, wit and a deep humanity.

‘EVERY MAN IS AN ISLAND’ is an unexpectedly joyous image. Leunig draws a dancing line of raucous men, each donning a t-shirt printed with “EVERY MAN IS AN ISLAND”. Not so however – against the threat of loneliness and isolation, Leunig draws a moment of communion. You are never alone when you’re dancing arm in arm.

As special as it is rare, ‘EVERY MAN IS AN ISLAND’ is a jewel for admirers of Leunig and collectors of important works on paper, as well as an inspired gift for the best bud in your life. It is recognisably by the artist, provenanced from the Leunig family’s private collection and hand-signed by Leunig himself.

Michael LEUNIG (1945 - 2024)
'EVERY MAN IS AN ISLAND'
ink on paper
Image Size: 8 x 11 cm
Dimensions: 21 x 26 cm
Signed: Signed Leunig lower right
Comes with Letter of Provenance
Drawn on a piece of paper, adhered to another piece of paper; minor marks on discolouration in margin. Inscribed in top right corner: 110%

Condition: Very Good: Describes a work of art's image as Excellent, but may show some small signs of surrounding wear to paper or frame. There are no tears to paper margin or disruption to the paint surface.

(c) The Artist or Assignee