Japanese Kite

John Olsen (1928-2023)

John Olsen was a national treasure with a career that spanned over seven decades with his work being highly sought after. He won numerous awards in his lifetime including the prestigious Wynne, Sulman and Archibald Prizes. Olsen is best known for his observation of nature and is particularly known for his dynamic depictions of the Australian Landscape from Sydney Harbour to Lake Eyre. His distinctive style of artmaking often includes an aerial perspective which is energetic and lively. Olsen’s artworks often include several events and viewpoints within the artwork as though he has recorded a time lapse of movements over a period of time. His mark making style is distinctively loose and expressive making his work instantly recognisable. I personally love this artwork, it has loads of detail and light pastel work over the top which gives it added texture and richness.

Medium: Limited Edition Archival Pigment Print 100% archival acid free cotton rag Hahnemühle watercolour paper, 308 gsm thickness, with fade resistant archival pigment ink. This print is hand signed print, numbered 35/35 (plus 3 Artist Proofs)  The edition is blind embossed with a Kookaburra design drawn by John Olsen confirming its validity. printed on 100% archival acid free cotton rag Hahnemühle watercolour paper, 308 gsm thickness, with fade resistant archival pigment ink. This artwork is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Date: 2016

Size: 72 x 82 cm (frame: 97 x 98 x 3 cm)

Condition: excellent, this artwork has been recently framed using conservation materials.

Item Number: 100109