Stewart Merrett’s work is an unabashed celebration of life. Whether sun-soaked open seas or the delights of domestic life, his vision evades, in his words, being overly “intimidating, precious or intellectual”.
‘Secret Box’ is an ode to the everyday. In it, Merrett presents a still life: a potted flower, window and locked box in delicate hues. This image is reticent of the concept of home, where each object is imbued with its own symbolism. What lies in this ‘Secret Box’?
Across his career, Merrett won acclaim for his textile art and screenprints. He created murals for master architect I.M. Pei, the Hilton and casinos in Darwin and Alice Springs, taking inspiration from everywhere: the garden, Japanese and Chinese design and his glamorous life in Melbourne society. He is represented in numerous corporate, private and public collections, including at the National Gallery of Victoria.
For collectors of prints, still lives and Merrett ‘Secret Box’ is a subdued yet elegant find. It will bloom in your home.
Stewart MERRETT (1943 - 2020)
'Secret Box' 1983
etching on paper
Edition of 40
Image Size: 61 x 44 cm
Dimensions: 76 x 57 cm
Signed: Signed Stewart Merrett and dated on Lower Right
Comes with Letter of Provenance
Availability: in stock
Condition:Very Good: Describes a work of art’s image As New, but may show some small signs of surrounding wear. There are no tears to paper margin or disruption to paint surface. Image is in Fine condition.
© The Artist or Assignee
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