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Billy Childish
Sailish Fisherman

2020

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hand-signed and numbered by the artist. 5 colour hand-pulled lithograph with 11 screen printed colours on Somerset Velvet Warm White 400gsm
 73 x 89 cm 
 Edition of 75 Billy Childish is a prolific and influential figure in the world of contemporary art, literature, and music. Born in 1959 in Chatham, England, Childish emerged as a prominent figure in the British underground scene during the late 1970s and early 1980s. He is known for his raw and uncompromising approach to creativity, which spans across various mediums including painting, poetry, music, and publishing. As a painter, Childish is associated with the Stuckism movement, which he co-founded in 1999 as a reaction against the perceived pretensions of the contemporary art world. His paintings often feature bold, expressionistic brushwork and draw inspiration from artists such as Edvard Munch and Vincent van Gogh. In addition to his visual art, Childish has published numerous volumes of poetry and prose, showcasing a lyrical and introspective style that explores themes of love, loss, and the human condition. As a musician, Childish has been involved in several bands, including Thee Mighty Caesars and The Buff Medways, producing a vast catalogue of lo-fi, garage rock music. Throughout his career, Childish has remained fiercely independent and true to his artistic vision, earning him a dedicated following and cementing his legacy as a true maverick in the arts.
  • Creator:
    Billy Childish (1959, English)
  • Creation Year:
    2020
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.04 in (89 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2154211222892
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