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Jeff ConroyBlue Saphire Ammonite - Gyotaku Style Sumi Ink Painting on Mulberry Paper2023
2023
About the Item
A 65 million year old sea creature is captured here through the art of Gyotaku by Jeff Conroy. After inking and taking impressions of a reproduction fossil Ammonite shell and combining it with an actual octopus impression, the artist then uses watercolor pencils on the ink outline and the surface of handmade mulberry paper to bring this fossil creature into animated existence. The tinted color and texture of the mulberry paper creates the illusion of swirling water. The paper itself has a soft hue and slightly wavy texture adding the overall feel of the artwork. This artwork is unframed. Contact gallery for framing options.
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Blue Sapphire Ammonite, 2024
sumi ink and colored pencil on mulberry paper
18.50h x 25w in
46.99h x 63.50w cm
JEC188
Gyotaku - A Japanese word translated from "gyo" meaning fish and "taku" meaning stone impression and is believed to get its inspiration from Chinese stone rubbings of calligraphy, which then gave rise to printing . This tradition dates back to the mid-1800s and was used by fishermen to record their catches, but has also become an art form of its own. Prints were made using Sumi ink and Washi paper. It is rumored that Samurai would settle fishing competitions using Gyotaku prints. This original form of Gyotaku is still utilized today, and can be seen hanging in fish and tackle shops all over Japan.
- Creator:Jeff Conroy (1967, American)
- Creation Year:2023
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
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- Framing:Framing Options Available
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- Gallery Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: JEC1881stDibs: LU554315073402
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