Drawn to the woodcuts prints of late 19th century Edvard Munch (the artist best known for ‘The Scream’), Japanese artist Shiko Munakata and the work of William Blake, John Ryrie has established himself as an adept storyteller through the medium of printmaking.

In 'Unicorn', Ryrie constructs an absurdist scene. In the foreground a busking musician serenades the viewer, an open instrument case sits open, silently asking for tips. Eyes closed, concentrated on his craft, the musician remains completely unaware of the unicorn which stands behind him. A true testament to an artist's dedication to his craft.

Ryrie is an esteemed printmaker. He was awarded the Grand Prize in the Silk Cut Award for Linocut Prints and a finalist in the Geelong acquisitive print awards, and is represented at the National Gallery of Australia. For collectors of contemporary prints and visual storytelling, this work is a joyful discovery.

John RYRIE (1961 - )
'Unicorn' 2015
linocut on paper
Edition of 25
Image Size: 21 x 18 cm
Dimensions: 36 x 25 cm
Signed: Signed 'John Ryrie', editioned, titled, dated lower margin

Comes with Letter of Provenance

Condition: Excellent

(c) John Ryrie / Copyright Agency