Nigel Howlett

Submission

€3,500

Edition of 5047.0 (H) × 41.6 (W) cm

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Faceless subjects speak volumes in elegant, monochromatic works by London-based artist Nigel Howlett.

Submission is based on an original work from the artist’s debut solo show – The Face Before You Were Born. Each print has been intricately hand-finished with layered carbon and compressed charcoal. This detailed technique mimics Howlett's slow and meticulous drawing process of working on an original, echoing his rich monochrome palette.

“The tension of the piece lies in a paradox - the character is both captive and in a state of release”

Accompanying book
Each print arrives with a copy of a special, signed collector’s edition of The Face Before You Were Born – a book created to archive works from the artist’s show alongside the unseen sketches that precede them.

Framing

Prints arrive float-mounted in a light maple wood frame, fitted with museum grade UV plexiglass for protection.

Medium

Photopolymer gravure print on Somerset Satin White 300gsm paper, with unique carbon and compressed charcoal overlay hand-drawn by the artist.

Certificate of Authenticity

Arrives with a certificate of authenticity.

Finishing

Individually signed (lower right corner) and dated (lower left corner) by the artist.

Release date

March 31, 2022

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Behind the scenes

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Nigel Howlett wearing a hat and glasses looking to the side

Nigel Howlett3 collaborationsNigel Howlett’s paintings and drawings are funny-yet-tender reflections on life. The cartoonish protagonist is an androgynous figure in a near-constant state of melodrama. It sits with its head in hands. Sometimes slumped, sometimes praying. Cartoons, Surrealism and Adam Curtis documentaries are few key inspirations. Taking prompt from these, Howlett’s work is intentionally universal. “We always project onto forms and characters we look at. The more simple they are, the easier it is for us to do.” Recent works see the artist move from paper to canvas. Likewise, charcoal and graphite have been replaced with oil paint. Umber now also brings a subdued warmth to his monochromatic palette. Process, however, remains unchanged. Howlett plans, edits and refines until each work is as concise and clear as possible.

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Reviews from Avant collectors

The highest quality and most innovative print I've ever seen. Amazing!
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You did a great job with the framing and the packing/shipping. I buy a lot of prints from different vendors and was very impressed.
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I love it! beautifully framed.Thanks
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strong work from all team members - i look forward to the next purchase!
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very happy with my purchase
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The best print buying experience I've had by far. Thank you for all the effort.
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Great Packaging. Lovely print.
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