Auguste Blackman 'Still Life with Octopus Vase' neo-expressionism signed with initials and dated

signed with initials and dated lower right: PRAHRAN MH 15/9/85

This screenprint is moody and thoughtful

This work of art has water damage on the base

'Freshly Shucked' 2019

Auguste Blackman 'Still Life with Octopus Vase' neo-expressionism signed with initials and datedDuring the European Renaissance, depictions of flowers became a way for an artist or patron to communicate their worldliness. A painting of a non native plant indicated that its creator had access to among the most rare and fleeting of beauties. In this work, Auguste Blackman eschews this notion to instead, prize a flower close to home. 'Still Life with an Octopus Vase' is a sumptuous ode to gum tree blossoms. It evokes the plants impact, which sees a