Captured in a moment of radiant energy, this original linocut serves as a permanent celebration of the iconic Sycamore Gap. Standing for centuries in a dramatic dip along Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland, the tree became a symbol of resilience and natural beauty. This piece seeks to honor that legacy through the bold, rhythmic marks unique to relief printmaking.
Artist Mark James Murphy has utilized high-contrast black and white imagery to create a "halo" effect, casting the sycamore in a celestial light that reflects its status as one of the UK's most photographed and beloved landmarks.
Because this is a hand-pulled edition, no two prints are identical. The subtle variations in ink density and the "chatter" marks from the lino block ensure that your specific print is a unique piece of contemporary North East art. With a strictly limited run of just 6 copies, this is a rare opportunity to own a commemorative piece from this series.
Captured in a moment of radiant energy, this original linocut serves as a permanent celebration of the iconic Sycamore Gap. Standing for centuries in a dramatic dip along Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland, the tree became a symbol of resilience and natural beauty. This piece seeks to honor that legacy through the bold, rhythmic marks unique to relief printmaking.
Artist Mark James Murphy has utilized high-contrast black and white imagery to create a "halo" effect, casting the sycamore in a celestial light that reflects its status as one of the UK's most photographed and beloved landmarks.
Because this is a hand-pulled edition, no two prints are identical. The subtle variations in ink density and the "chatter" marks from the lino block ensure that your specific print is a unique piece of contemporary North East art. With a strictly limited run of just 6 copies, this is a rare opportunity to own a commemorative piece from this series.
2025
This is a linocut printed on exquisite Fabriano Rosapina Avorio 285gsm paper.
From a limited edition of 6
Size: 19.1 cm x 13 cm (7.52 in x 5.12 in)
The work is signed and numbered by the artist.
Each linocut print will not be identical to the next, due to the nature of the printing process, but this adds to its unique quality.
