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Double Signed Stephen Holland Gretzky Canadas Cup Print

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:2,600.00 USD Estimated At:5,200.00 - 6,500.00 USD
Double Signed Stephen Holland Gretzky Canadas Cup Print
Here's a very powerful signed limited edition giclée * on canvas by well-known and avidly collected sports artist Stephen Holland.  It is autographed by one of the greatest hockey players to ever step foot on the rink, Wayne Gretzky: Artist: Stephen HollandTitle: Gretzky Canadas CupMedium: Hand enhanced giclee on canvas Signed by artist Autographed by Wayne GretzkyEdition: Limited out of 99Image Size: 42 X 28Condition: ExcellentBiographyThe Santa Barbara-based fine artist has made a career of painting his 'tough guys'. From Mohammed Ali to Clint Eastwood, Holland's artwork captures the special quality of greatness.During his 'starving artist' days he couldn't afford live models, so he painted from the photographs in boxing magazines, where magnificent physiques were displayed in powerful action poses. Soon he branched out to football stars and other disciplines of sport. Holland read the stories behind the famous athletes and was inspired by their commitment, focus and determination. He made a pledge to himself to invest the same level of dedication to his artwork.  The artist begins by thoroughly researching his chosen subject and looking at hundreds of photographs. Then he moves to the canvas, depicting the quintessential moment of dramatic action that defines the athlete or performer. The background is kept loose and almost graffiti-like. Acrylics and spray paint are the dominant mediums, with additional elements like pencil, crayon and even dirt occasionally employed. Stephen Holland has created a style perfectly suited for his intense, gritty, in-your-face subject matter.*Retrieved from: http://www.stephen-holland.net/