Artwork
The Neighbour's Fence
The Neighbour's Fence is a print by Hilary Paynter. It dates from 1995 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This is a print from 1995 called *The Neighbour's Fence*. It’s a wood engraving by Hilary Paynter. The piece shows a quiet, everyday scene with sharp focus.
Paynter often picks subjects about daily life and hidden emotions. Wood engraving uses fine lines cut into wood to print white details. The ink sits on top, so the lines stay crisp and clean.
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Overview
The Neighbour's Fence is a 1995 wood engraving print by Hilary Paynter, characterized by its sharp focus and depiction of a quiet, everyday scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print explores a mundane domestic setting, reflecting Paynter's tendency to examine daily life and underlying emotions through her work.
Technique & Style
Created using wood engraving, the print features fine white lines achieved by cutting into the wood surface, with ink applied to the raised areas to produce crisp details.
History & Provenance
Dating to 1995, The Neighbour's Fence is a representative work by Paynter, whose practice is associated with the medium of wood engraving.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hilary Jasmine Erica Paynter (born 1943) is a British wood engraver and printmaker.
