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.

‘FOOTY REPLAY’ is an original drawing for a cartoon. It is tender and satirical, depicting a figure snuggling beside his footy replays. At once a meditation on our obsession with football and the loneliness of contemporary life, where media threaten to replace human connection, this work packs a gentle punch.

As special as it is rare, ‘FOOTY REPLAYS’ is a jewel for admirers of Leunig, collectors of important works on paper and fans of the AFL. It is recognisably by the artist and provenanced from the Leunig family’s private collection.

Michael LEUNIG (1945 - 2024)
'FOOTY REPLAY' 1982
ink on paper
Image Size: 5 x 5 cm
Dimensions: 13 x 11 cm
Signed: Stamped with date: 1 OCT 1982
Comes with Letter of Provenance
Drawn on torn paper, dimensions variable. Biro inscriptions in margin: P10 / Letters / 11 ea

 
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