Barry Smith 1974 Robin Hood- The Green Man- Gorblimey Press era - ink drawing!
Artists: Barry Smith (All) , Barry Windsor Smith (All)
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DescriptionWhen I saw this piece at San Diego I knew I had to have it. I especially love this particular time period of BWS' illustrious career. This piece was published in several places, notably in an slightly altered form in Barry's memorable self published Shelf Stuff. Sublime heavier dash-dot inking that is particular to 1974 for Smith, breathtaking composition and sensual inks. Notice there is no bow strings; The previous owner asked Barry to add them and the artist declined, saying they aren't needed. I agree. Similarly, Frazetta's Silver Warrior painting illustrates a barbarian in a chariot being pulled by polar bears; there's no ropes or reigns visible in that picture either. Frank told me, 'it would look awkward with the reigns; your mind adds them in and you don't even notice they are missing'. I think the same logic applies here. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this piece. Lastly the artist matted the piece back in the day and choose the colors-- they still look perfectly suited to the drawing 45 years later, so I've left it all as the artist intended.Social/Sharing |
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Will K 
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/23/2018
No bowstring needed. Also, the vertical lines on the extended arm show what must be the bowstring actually... vibrating (?). So maybe BWS should've added a TWANGGGG sound effect ?!?!?!
Jason Versaggi
Member Since 2005
Posted on 7/23/2018
Stunning. Robin Hood one of my all time favorite literary characters and movies (Erroll Flynn) and BWS' inking here is incredible. Bravo!
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
Posted on 7/23/2018
Frazetta's "string theory" is one I can actually unerstand. Okay, now that I have got that out off my system, Gorblimey Press was ahead of its time and I can understand your fascination with this period in BWS's history and also how you fell in love with this piece.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
Posted on 7/23/2018
Congrats on another great acquisition for your sublime collection - this piece reminds me of Red Nails style.
robert frey
Member Since 2004
Posted on 7/23/2018
beatiful piece and i also like this era of bws's work! congratulations! would love to have seen this story in print.
Scott Williams
Member Since 2004
Posted on 7/24/2018
Great piece, a real gem. I remember it very well, and is from a magical period of BWS career.
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
Posted on 7/24/2018
I'd have bought this piece even just for the grass and vegetation :) Congrats on this pen and ink masterpiece by his majesty BWS!
Rob Stolzer
Member Since 2004
Posted on 7/26/2018
Wow, a truly wonderful piece, Rob. Congratulations! It reminds me a bit of some early British book illustration, like W. Heath Robinson's early stuff. I'm sure that Smith was quite familiar with that work. Lovely.
artless artmore
Member Since 2013
Posted on 7/27/2018
Wonderful textures, movement, and mood in this piece! I can feel the breeze and the figure and leaves are all in motion
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
Posted on 7/28/2018
Outstanding! The composition and details are just fantastic!
Bill J
Member Since 2009
Posted on 8/20/2018
Superb! I've never seen this piece before but I'll never forget it. Thanks for sharing.
E DLS
Member Since 2005
Posted on 8/30/2018
Would loved to have been a fly on the wall when the previous owner asked Barry to add the string. That must have been an interesting conversation. Gorgeous piece from a wonderful period.
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
Posted on 9/25/2018
What's not to love?! Can't believe I missed this one. No shock that you did not!
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