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Billy Connolly's 2021 sculpture, 'Pink Tie & Hanky'

Billy Connolly

Walkies' and 'Pink Tie & Hanky | 2021

Like comedy, sculpture has long been a way for people to share stories. And few people have a more interesting tale to tell than the award-winning actor, musician and comedian Billy Connolly. Famed for his incredible wit, the Glasgow native, who retired from stand-up comedy in 2020, has turned his hand to fine art, with his Born On A Rainy Day collection bringing humour to homes since 2012.

To add to his portfolio of hand-signed limited edition prints, 'The Big Yin' has masterminded two stainless steel sculptures. Inspired by two iconic, sold-out prints from his first-ever release, 'Walkies' and 'Pink Tie & Hanky' feature his signature anonymous figures, plus an adorable dog. Created from Billy's original drawings, they were cast in metal to reflect his past as a welder in the Glaswegian shipyards, and each sculpture features a cast of Billy's signature to signify his approval throughout the design process.

The original sculptures were created in clay, with Billy's detailed lines and patterns recreated by a specialist atelier team before being cast in stainless steel. The effects of light and shade, also known as chiaroscuro, are highlighted by the ridges and the reflection of light. Further details include the black granite base, hand-painted tie and pocket square, and contrast between the patterns and highly-polished areas such as the figures' miniature shoes.

3 artworks

BCO Sculp Pink Tie & Hanky b BCO Sculp Pink Tie & Hanky c
Pink Tie & Hanky - Stainless Steel

Billy Connolly | Limited Edition

Sale price£7,950.00
BCO Sculp Walkies b BCO Sculp Walkies c
Walkies - Stainless Steel

Billy Connolly | Limited Edition

Sale price£7,950.00
BCO Walkines & Pink Tie Walkies and Pink Tie & Hanky 2021 | Set of Two
Walkies and Pink Tie & Hanky 2021 | Set of Two

Billy Connolly | Limited Edition

Sale price£14,500.00
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Walkies' and 'Pink Tie & Hanky | 2021

Billy Connolly

To add to his portfolio of hand-signed limited edition prints, 'The Big Yin' has masterminded two stainless steel sculptures. Inspired by two iconic, sold-out prints from his first-ever release, 'Walkies' and 'Pink Tie & Hanky' feature his signature anonymous figures, plus an adorable dog. Created from Billy's original drawings, they were cast in metal to reflect his past as a welder in the Glaswegian shipyards, and each sculpture features a cast of Billy's signature to signify his approval throughout the design process.

“Drawing has given me a new lease of life. I managed to get pictures together and people like them,which surprises me and amazes and delights me."

The artist

Billy Connolly

The world-famous musician and comedian's iconic artworks have no less impact than one of his legendary comedy sketches. The faceless figures possess an extraordinary self-awareness and humanity. Devoid of emotion or expression, their anonymity opens them up to individual interpretation, creating a unique bond with the viewer.

Featured by The Times and documentaries including Billy Connolly: It's Been a Pleasure, his minimalist drawings have been described as 'poignant', 'funny' and 'enigmatic' by critics.

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