Description
I've always been fascinated by Merlin and by the story of King Arthur. One day, sitting in a friend's kitchen in Dublin, Ireland, this sonnet came to me fully formed. The merlin is also a hawk (sometimes called the "pigeon hawk").
The artist, Charles Grignion the Elder, was a British engraver and draughtsman.
Grignion was born in London to Huguenot refugees. He was a prolific historical engraver and book illustrator.
Not to be confused with his nephew Charles Grignion the Younger, who was born in 1754. The nephew, in turn, became a history and portrait painter.
The artist, Charles Grignion the Elder, was a British engraver and draughtsman.
Grignion was born in London to Huguenot refugees. He was a prolific historical engraver and book illustrator.
Not to be confused with his nephew Charles Grignion the Younger, who was born in 1754. The nephew, in turn, became a history and portrait painter.
Art direction by Unangst.
About the Artist
The Internet BardI am a poet, playwright, and musician. My sonnets and other verse have appeared in the NY Times, Philadelphia Inquirer, and in other newspapers and in small press magazines.
It has long been my belief that individual poems can and perhaps should be displayed as works of art. When I discussed this idea with my friend of many years, Andrew Unangst, he offered to pair some of my efforts with his photography. I was delighted with the results. So, we have launched this e-gallery.
At one time, Andrew Unangst was considered the most successful photographer in New York City. His photos have appeared everywhere, including the cover of Time magazine. His portraits of Andy Warhol and Stephen King are famous. One graces the cover of Warhol's Diaries.
In the 1980s and 1990s, Unangst Studio became a salon for superstar talents. In addition to King and Warhol, authors Ira Levin, Peter Straub, Terry Southern and others were fixtures. Painter Larry Rivers was a regular, as was movie director Oliver Stone. Photographer Peter Beard camped out so long he started receiving his mail there. I was the house poet. It was a scene, and now it's an amazing memory for those of us still living.
The wall art in this e-gallery is unique! Who else is offering poems paired with pictures? We use the minimum pricing suggested by Artpal.com for the unsigned prints. After fees and so forth, we split a little less than 20% of the purchase price on most items. We want you to have something of ours hanging in your home or place of business. That's as important as money.
However, we do get 100% of the sales price on our limited edition signed prints. So, serious art collectors (and manuscript collectors? ) please take note! Also, when a signed limited edition sells out (9 numbered pieces), we will discontinue sales of ALL versions of that poetry print, increasing the value for everyone.
I believe these sonnets (and other poetry, eventually) can inspire and entertain you, perhaps more than a wordless work of art. Hopefully, we bring some light to the world, provoke a smile or chuckle, or reveal new avenues for thought or meditation. How many other wall hangings do that?
Each piece is different. We will be delighted when you choose one that suits your taste. Every piece is a conversation starter, for sure!
10% of any and all money paid to us will be donated to our favorite charity: St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Many of the pieces here will include my sonnets and Unangst's art compositions and photographs. Some include art from the public domain paired with a poem. Andrew Unangst also does the art direction and design for all the pieces.
Most of my sonnets are written with a unique rhyme scheme developed by me. The first 12 lines rhyme towards the middle couplet, with a couplet at the end. The NY Times was the first place my poetry was published, in 1978. It was the sonnet Envelope Full of Champagne. Unangst is working on the artwork and layout so we can offer it here. For the next 9 years, until 1987, my sonnets and haiku and other light verse frequently appeared in the Times.
Reputation is everything in the world of art. Poets are always decades ahead of visual artists. This means the long-term value of these works is enhanced exponentially. Whether you buy one of our limited edition prints for thousands of dollars or make a less expensive choice, you can rest assured that you are purchasing an heirloom-quality artwork that will increase in value as it is passed from generation to generation.
We will upload new offerings at least monthly, if not more frequently. Please check back often.
No one appreciates a patron more than a poet. I will be so honored to know that you chose to adorn the walls of your home with my poetry. It's all about the Word, philosophy, and Love ❤️
Thank you so much for your interest in poetry as art. It is quite gratifying.
Stephen DiLauro
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