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Brad Holland_A Relic of the Pliocene-Tales of the Northland by Jack London Franklin Library

Artist: Brad Holland (Painter)

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Title:	Brad Holland_A Relic of the Pliocene-Tales of the Northland by Jack London Franklin Library
Artist:	Brad Holland (Painter)
Media Type:	Paint - Acrylic
Art Type:	Illustration
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	110
Likes on CAF:	3 4
Comments:	2
Added to Site:	5/3/2025
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Brad was one of if not the best illustrator of his generation. I had the lucky privilege to work for him in the summer of '99, and his recent passing was a huge loss for the illustration world. I was lucky to know him even if just for a brief period. From the fist time I saw one of his paintings in person at the society of illustration I was, like most art students in illustration, captivated and inspired. Some of us a bit too inspired and thankfully went my own path instead of being a clone. Those textures and mood or feeling he created still are inspiring. Would have loved to have had a painting by him but they were always out of my price range if you could find one. When I spoke to him a few years ago he said he doesn't sell his work because each piece is personal to him. And if you listen to any of his interviews he always talks about how his art is person. SO.... Skip to today and not one but 3 small pieces from the Franklin Library came up for auction as a group and not only were they from the height of his painting prowess in '83 but opening price of $250! Thankfully the winning bid stayed in my price range and here they are for all to enjoy. I'll post the story titles when I can get a copy of the book. Enjoy and RIP Brad, gone but not forgotten.

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	Matt Dicke Premium Gallery Owner
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Last Login:	January 2026
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Chris Lutes
Member Since 2016

1 - Posted on 5/3/2025

Beautiful stuff Matt! This mammoth piece is definitely my favorite. Love the composition and use of scale to create such an evocative image. Glad you were able to add these to your collection since you have such a nice connection with them!

Matt Dicke
Member Since 2006

Posted on 5/4/2025

Chris Lutes wrote:

Thanks Chris. Yeah the perfect example of Brad's use of scale and mood. This and the wolves ones were the stand outs of the 5 images that were up for auction. A bit bitter sweet to get these after he passed but happy to have some of his work to enjoy every day. Glad you enjoy them too FYI just put up nice scans of all 3.

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