Artwork
Euphormio's Satyricon
Euphormio's Satyricon is a print by Derrick Harris. It dates from 1954 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
It’s a wood engraving, a technique often used for books and ads since the 1700s.
Derrick Harris made this print around 1954. It’s a wood engraving, a technique often used for books and ads since the 1700s. Harris trained under John Farleigh, another well-known wood engraver.
This print shows an artist really enjoying the medium. Harris mixed humor and energy in his work, especially in books and magazines.
Check out more of Derrick Harris’s prints at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Overview
Euphormio's Satyricon is a wood engraving created by Derrick Harris around 1954. Characterized by vitality and humor, it exemplifies Harris's distinctive style within the medium.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts an artist enthusiastically engaged with wood engraving, reflecting Harris's own affection for the medium amidst its mid-20th century decline.
Technique & Style
Employing wood engraving, a technique rooted in 18th-century commercial practices, Harris infused the work with slapstick comedy elements and energetic lines, traits reminiscent of Chapbook illustrations.
History & Provenance
Trained under John Farleigh, a leading wood engraver, Harris developed a unique voice. This piece highlights his skill during a period when wood engraving was not widely prominent.
Context
Part of Harris's broader output as a freelance illustrator, Euphormio's Satyricon sits alongside his work in books, magazines, advertisements, and other commercial graphics.
Legacy
The print is now part of the collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum, reflecting Harris's contribution to British wood engraving in the mid-20th century.
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