Artwork

Beard in a Box

Beard in a Box, by Nick Morley, 2007
Beard in a Box, by Nick Morley, 2007

Beard in a Box is a print by Nick Morley. It dates from 2007 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Beard in a Box is a print that presents a whimsical scene of a contained chaos.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man's face with a wildly tangled beard spilling out of a red box, suggesting a playful commentary on containment and restraint.

Technique & Style

The artwork features simple shapes, bold colors, and scribbled lines, creating a visually striking image with a flat blue background and a figure dressed in a dark hat and black coat with a red lining.

Artist & collection

Artist

Nick Morley

Nick Morley makes contemporary prints with sharp, graphic lines and playful takes on everyday objects.