Pair Of Rare Screen Prints Artist Proof & Ltd Edition By Derrick Greaves (A/F)

A rare pair of signed screen prints by noted British Pop and contemporary artist Derrick Greaves (1927–2022).


The pair consists of two vibrant still-life compositions typical of Greaves’ colourful and graphic style.


• “Square Vase” – Special Limited Edition 14 of 20

• “Vase of Flowers” – Artist’s Proof, dated 1981

• Both signed by the artist

• Christie’s auction label to the reverse, indicating previous sale or catalogue reference



Greaves’ still life works featuring flowers, ceramics and domestic objects are among his most recognisable subjects, combining bold colour, decorative composition and Pop Art influence.


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Measurements


Frame size approx:


58.5 cm x 74 cm


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Condition


Offered A/F (as found).


Both prints display heavy foxing throughout, visible across the images and mounts. Frames have general age-related wear. Please see photographs carefully as they form part of the description.


Despite the condition issues, these remain desirable signed examples of Greaves’ print work and could benefit from professional conservation or remounting.



About Derrick Greaves


Derrick Greaves (1927–2022) was an important British painter and printmaker associated with the early British Pop Art movement. Born in Sheffield, he studied at the Royal College of Art, where he was taught by prominent artists including John Minton and Carel Weight.


During the late 1950s and early 1960s Greaves became associated with the emerging British Pop Art scene alongside artists such as Peter Blake, David Hockney and R.B. Kitaj. His work often focused on colourful still lifes featuring flowers, fruit, ceramics and everyday objects, rendered in bold compositions with strong graphic qualities.


Greaves exhibited widely throughout his career, including at the Royal Academy, Tate Gallery and major London galleries, and his works have appeared regularly at leading auction houses including Christie’s. His paintings and prints are held in numerous public and private collections.


Today his work is recognised as part of the development of post-war British art, combining traditional still-life subjects with the vibrant visual language of Pop Art.


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Postage


Carefully packed and sent via tracked courier service.