The great escape
Pencil, Gilding on Paper
20x26in
$2,740
- Professional worldwide delivery, monitored by our logistics experts
- Shipping fees, duties and taxes are included in the price
- 30-day free returns (except made-to-order items)
Singulart guarantees reliability and traceability.
All the artists on the platform have been specially selected and certify to only sell works, of which they are the artist. Whatever the medium, the work is sent to the buyer with a certificate of authenticity. Photographs are numbered and signed.
Every customer can be given a copy of their certificate of authenticity by contacting support@singulart.com
With Singulart, you can pay safely by credit card or bank transfer.
For all transactions exceeding your credit limit, contact us. We are required to verify every transfer, as part of the fight against fraud and money laundering.
Singulart prices include:
- Price of an artwork defined by an artist.
- Insurance. Your order is 100% protected in case of any damage or loss.
- All customs fees, taxes, and document preparation.
- Third-party logistic provider shipping costs.
- A dedicated Singulart customer care specialist that will assist you with any questions or problems during shipment.
John Rabou
Netherlands
Artist highlights
- Works on commission
Discover the creation in interiors
Other artworks by John Rabou
Artwork details
- Medium : Pencil, Gilding on Paper
-
Framing :
Cardboard
under glass
Framed - Dimensions : 19.7x15.7in
About this artwork
Original illustration for my book "Wonderwezens - klein overzicht van mythische figuren" (Wondercreatures - small overview of mythical figures). The book appeared May 30th, 2017.
In Greek mythology, the Sirens were dangerous creatures, who lured nearby sailors with their enchanting music and voices to shipwreck on the rocky coast of their island.
There seems to be some confusion about the appearance of the sirens . According to Homer and Ovid the… siren looked like a bird (of prey) with the head of a young woman, whereas in medieval times this creature was mostly described and depicted as a woman with a fishtail, so she looked more like a mermaid. Therefore I decided to depict her both ways at the same time.
Pencil and gold leaf, 2016.
In Greek mythology, the Sirens were dangerous creatures, who lured nearby sailors with their enchanting music and voices to shipwreck on the rocky coast of their island.
There seems to be some confusion about the appearance of the sirens . According to Homer and Ovid the… siren looked like a bird (of prey) with the head of a young woman, whereas in medieval times this creature was mostly described and depicted as a woman with a fishtail, so she looked more like a mermaid. Therefore I decided to depict her both ways at the same time.
Pencil and gold leaf, 2016.
John Rabou
Netherlands
Credentials
- Works on commission
John Rabou, since 1980 artist-illustrator from ’s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands.
I specialize in historical and archaeological illustrations and artist impressions. I strive for the greatest possible historical accuracy and plausibility. Until my “retirement,” I also created illustrations for (historical) youth books and biology, anatomy, and medical illustrations. I worked for educational and children's book publishers, heritage institutions, government archaeological services and companies, theme parks, and museums both at home and abroad. In England, I worked with an agent. I have a fascination with classical and medieval mythology.
Nowadays, I initiate and publish my own book projects, usually in collaboration with various writers, like "Wonderwezens" (2017) and "De vlucht van Daidalos" (2022), with author Imme Dros.
For almost 10 years now, I have been working on the designs for an embroidery project in Vlaardingen; a work in progress, when finished measuring about 35-40 m.
I specialize in historical and archaeological illustrations and artist impressions. I strive for the greatest possible historical accuracy and plausibility. Until my “retirement,” I also created illustrations for (historical) youth books and biology, anatomy, and medical illustrations. I worked for educational and children's book publishers, heritage institutions, government archaeological services and companies, theme parks, and museums both at home and abroad. In England, I worked with an agent. I have a fascination with classical and medieval mythology.
Nowadays, I initiate and publish my own book projects, usually in collaboration with various writers, like "Wonderwezens" (2017) and "De vlucht van Daidalos" (2022), with author Imme Dros.
For almost 10 years now, I have been working on the designs for an embroidery project in Vlaardingen; a work in progress, when finished measuring about 35-40 m.
John Rabou
A siren's song
$2,110
