{"product_id":"hannah-bays-passenger-pigeon","title":"HANNAH BAYS - PASSENGER PIGEON","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003ePassenger Pigeon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eBy Hannah Bays (Contemporary British Artist)\u003cbr data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eFrom the \u003cem data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"107\"\u003eGhosts of Gone Birds\u003c\/em\u003e Portfolio, 2011\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreenprint in black and white, 2011, on Somerset 300gsm paper, signed in pencil, inscribed  ‘A\/P’ (an artist’s proof aside from the edition of 125), from the portfolio Ghosts of Gone Birds, printed and published by Jealous, London, the full sheet, with a deckle edge, in excellent condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eA striking and thought-provoking screenprint by contemporary British artist Hannah Bays, created in 2011 as part of the acclaimed \u003cem data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eGhosts of Gone Birds\u003c\/em\u003e portfolio. Depicting the extinct Passenger Pigeon within a bold graphic composition, the work combines powerful symbolism with a strong visual impact, reflecting upon themes of extinction, memory and humanity's relationship with the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eRendered in dramatic black and white, the design centres on a monumental skull motif incorporating the silhouette of the Passenger Pigeon, creating a compelling juxtaposition between life and loss. Radiating forms and theatrical imagery lend the composition a poster-like quality, while the stark contrast and carefully balanced design evoke both historical narrative and contemporary graphic art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eThe Passenger Pigeon, once among the most numerous birds on earth before its extinction in the early twentieth century, has become one of the most potent symbols of human-driven environmental change. Bays' interpretation transforms this story into a visually arresting and memorable image, combining humour, symbolism and social commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003ePart of the influential conservation project \u003cem data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eGhosts of Gone Birds\u003c\/em\u003e, the print was produced to raise awareness of extinct species through the work of leading contemporary artists. Printed by Jealous, London, this artist's proof remains in excellent condition and is presented in a contemporary black frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 2011\u003cbr\u003eSheet:  510 x 365 mm.\u003cbr\u003eFrame: 570 x 430 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Summerfield and Scott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42707597361324,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/8909\/8924\/files\/DSCF5456.jpg?v=1694704541","url":"https:\/\/www.p6o9i3u6y1t4.digital\/products\/hannah-bays-passenger-pigeon","provider":"Summerfield and Scott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}