Coastal Art Fish - Wall Hanging

This highly original driftwood fish wall hanging by Laurence Henry is a beautifully crafted piece of coastal art.

The intricate relief design incorporates two charming fish, a little copper heart and an array of carefully assembled reclaimed materials brought together in a wonderfully textured composition.

Created on a driftwood find, layers of sculptural relief and found objects create a striking patchwork of pattern and texture, while a warm weathered palette of soft coastal blues and sandy tones evokes the colours of the shoreline.

A copper stud forms the fish's expressive eye, complemented by a beautifully patinated blue-green copper tail, giving the piece additional character and depth. Finally the piece hangs from a fish lure made from encrusted coloured wooden beads.

Laurence Henry worked as a freelance artist for Liberty, Parker Knoll, Habitat and Gallery Five, before joining the BBC as a graphic designer, creating illustrations for much-loved programmes including Play School and Jackanory.

Since taking early retirement he has devoted himself to his own artistic practice, producing distinctive mixed-media works that are exhibited in galleries throughout the UK.

This unique, one-of-a-kind artwork would make a wonderful focal point in a coastal home, beach house or anyone's collection of contemporary British folk art.

An exceptional handmade mixed-media wall sculpture, celebrating the spirit of the Cornish coast, through Laurence’s imaginative use of reclaimed materials and richly textured design.

Overall Size:   5.5 x 42 cm long    (2.25 x 16.5 inches)