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Jeff Conroy
The Great Australian Bight Trio - Gyotaku Style Sumi Ink Painting of an Octopus

2023

$2,800
£2,112.89
€2,459.10
CA$3,952.85
A$3,967.22
CHF 2,313.41
MX$48,229.84
NOK 26,583.36
SEK 27,339.63
DKK 18,381.50

About the Item

A small octopus is inked in the Japanese style of Gyo-Taku print making. Using sumi ink to "print" the octopi, the artist then embellishes them with colored pencil to convey an extraordinary dimensionality. By printing them on an antique nautical chart, in this case a map of the Great Australian Bight from 1957, artist achieves a beautiful aesthetic. The artwork is unframed. Please contact the gallery for framing options. Jeff Conroy The Great Australian Bight Trio sumi ink and colored pencil on mulberry paper 30h x 42w in 76.20h x 106.68w cm JEC113 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: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JEC1131stDibs: LU554313492092

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