John Byrne "The American Boy" Limited Edition Print Artwork giving the metal a matte

giving the metal a matte

although the binding has become detached from the text block

and a deep central ledge for displaying or storing

almost impressionistic brushstroke

John Byrne "The American Boy" Limited Edition Print Artwork giving the metal a matteAn original, limited edition, hand coloured print by John Byrne, issued under the pseudonym Patrick. The American Boy dates from Byrnes celebrated early 1990s printmaking period, when he produced a small number of highly personal, allegorical works in tightly controlled editions. The image combines a childlike figure, a stylised animal companion and an American flag motif, rendered in Byrnes distinctive linear style and finished with hand applied