Long before we invaded our pets’ personal space by taking countless selfies, zoological artists documented the previously unknown species found in every crevice of the wilderness – even as far back as early man capturing the likeness of the woolly mammoth in cave paintings. boasts around 6,000 original artworks – including watercolour paintings and sculptures – by artists such as George Edward Lodge, William Timym and Jacques-Laurent Agasse. The genre was also important for women, with female artists like Joan Beauchamp Procter, Rosa Bonheur and Elizabeth Gould leading the way. Many of these artworks can be found in the Zoological Society of London library, which Armandie Haywood’s stunning collection of original equestrian paintings is inspired by her fascination for animal psychology and welfare. Surrounded by the awe-inspiring nature of the Peak District, she rescues and paints horses.
YELLOWING
Invisible to the human eye, high-energy electromagnetic radiation is a dangerous but ethereal medium. As one of the world’s foremost X-ray artists, Nick Veasey creates his startling artworks in his lead-lined chamber in the Kent countryside. Featured by Harper’s Bazaar, Forbes and Wired , Nick’s fusion of art and science has also seen him collaborate with the V&A Museum in London, exhibit at the ZONAMAXO México Arte Contemporáneo and appear on the BBC, NBC and Discovery Channel. In a process he likens to “putting together a jigsaw”, Nick dismantles objects (including a real- life skeleton!) and places them on a lead surface with film behind it. The X-rays pass through the subject, with dense areas absorbing the most radiation and appearing brighter onscreen. Watch our behind-the-scenes video here.
This term refers to an aging process whereby an artwork discolours over time. Caused by light, acidity, oxidation, dirt and humidity, this common but often reversible problem has plagued artists for centuries. In fact, a 1624 letter from the Flemish painter Rubens expresses his concern that a self-portrait he’d left in a case in Antwerp would take on a yellow tone. Protection against yellowing includes the correct storage of art and hanging it away from the light in a cool and dry space. Using high-quality materials and varnishes can also prevent ageing, along with limiting the use of linseed oils, which react with oxygen to form small compounds that absorb UV light. Many of our artworks are hand-varnished by our specialist atelier team and are created using acid- free, 100% cotton paper. Selected artworks are also framed using museum-grade glass, meaning your special piece will be protected for years to come. Discover how our artworks are made here.
Peace Original Painting Size 123 x 163cm £12,950
California Bug (Standard Pink) Graphic on Waterford 410gsm Paper | Edition of 150 Image Size 97cm x 62cm | Framed Size 115cm x 80cm £1,250 Framed
Arab Dance Original Painting Size 153 x 122cm £12,950
California Bug (Large Pink) Graphic on Waterford 640gsm Paper | Edition of 75 Image Size 128cm x 90cm | Framed Size 162cm x 112cm £1,950 Framed
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