Reg Mombassa (a.k.a Chris O Doherty) has been a musician, clothing designer for Mambo and artist. His work is instantly recognisable, characterised by a fusion of the mundane – even suburban – and surreal, producing whimsical images that can pack a progressive punch.

‘Superman with Vampire Bite’ is an original drawing of Superman bearing fangs. He has been turned by Dracula, his benevolence flipped into a blood-sucking lust. With an irreverent and diverse practice, Mombassa cites comic books as among his influences, admiring the form for its narrative punch.

An Antipodean icon, Mombassa is one of Australia’s most collected, celebrated and recognised contemporary artists. From playing with Mental As Anything to being collected by Patrick White, Elton John and the National Gallery of Australia, Mombassa continues to feature in the collective imagination, living on walls, album covers and t-shirts across Australia.

Reg MOMBASSA (1951 - )
'Superman with Vampire Bite'
Colour pencil and pastel on paper
Image Size: 24 x 19 cm
Dimensions: 38 x 31 x 5 cm
Signed: Signed lower right 'Reg M'
Comes with Letter of Provenance

Condition: Very Good. Work of art is in Excellent condition. Frame is slightly damaged in top right hand corner

(c) The Artist or Assignee