This painting shows a young woman looking up while lost in thought, or perhaps issuing a silent plea, while draped in a Union Jack flag. Her hands are forming the shape of a bird, the shadow above is that of a dove; an international symbol of piece. The flag in parts is held together by wooden pegs, which could be interpreted as representative of the divide evident in today’s political climate. There is also a small label on the flag which says made in China; a nod to the misdirection we see in a lot of industry these days. The title, 'proper gander', is both slang for having a good look at something, and refers to propaganda – or, more recently, the issue of ‘fake news’ that’s been a hot topic lately.
PROPER GANDER Mixed Media On Board Framed 90 x 70cm Framed £5,950
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