Artwork
Man Sun Hill Bird 4
Man Sun Hill Bird 4 is a print by Eleanor Rogers. It dates from 2013 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Eleanor Rogers’ screenprint *Man Sun Hill Bird 4* was produced in 2013. The composition centers on a bearded, flat‑faced figure in a green‑and‑white striped shirt, set before an orange hill that rises under a pale blue sky. A small white bird with a yellow beak hovers near the figure’s head, while a yellow sun and fluffy clouds complete the backdrop.
Subject & Meaning
The work juxtaposes a solitary human presence with natural elements—a hill, sky, sun, and bird—suggesting a dialogue between the individual and the surrounding landscape. The bird’s proximity to the figure may imply a moment of observation or interaction, while the bright, uncomplicated palette emphasizes a straightforward, almost playful narrative.
Technique & Style
Executed as a screenprint, the image relies on flat areas of color without gradation, creating a bold, graphic quality. The lines appear loose and sketch‑like, giving the impression of rapid drawing. The limited palette of orange, blue, green, white, and yellow reinforces the work’s graphic, blocky aesthetic.
History & Provenance
Rogers signed, titled, and numbered the print on its reverse side, indicating its place within a limited edition series. The piece was created in the early 2010s, a period when the artist explored screenprinting as a means of producing vivid, accessible images for broader distribution.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eleanor Rogers made prints with bold lines and shapes that feel both ancient and modern.
