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A small and engaging animal composition, painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel, by British artist Matt Rix.

This painting depicts a stylized game bird, standing in profile with a strong and elegant stance. The bird’s plumage is rendered in warm earthy tones, including shades of cream, rust red, and deep brown, creating a visually striking contrast. Its head is sharply defined, with a black beak, a red eye patch, and a piercing gaze that gives it a sense of alertness.

The bird’s legs and talons are bright yellow and its tail feathers are elegantly fanned out in a light cream colour, adding a delicate touch to its otherwise bold appearance.

The background is minimalistic and textured, with a soft, muted beige sky fading into a dark, earthy brown ground, keeping the focus on the central figure.

The artwork is framed in a rustic black wooden frame, which complements the bird’s features and enhances its traditional, handcrafted feel. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 22 x 27 cm (including frame)

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A small and engaging portrait composition, painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel, by British artist Matt Rix.

This painting features a  white cat sitting gracefully against a simple, flat background of earthy brown and muted green. The cat is the central figure, depicted in a front-facing pose with its body in profile and head turned toward the viewer. Its curled tail is tucked neatly around its body, adding a sense of balance and symmetry. The cat’s facial features are minimal but expressive, with light blue eyes, a small pink nose, and faint whiskers.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 28 x 28 cm (including frame)

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A small and engaging animal composition, painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel, by British artist Matt Rix.

This painting portrays a large pink pig standing on a patch of earth, with a soft rolling green landscape and a muted sky with a few wispy white clouds in the background. The pig is depicted in a folk-art style, characterized by its simplified, rounded form, gentle expression, and minimal yet expressive details.

The pig’s plump body is painted in warm peachy-pink tones, with subtle shading that adds depth and texture to its form. It has small, pointy ears, a curled tail, and short, sturdy legs with dainty hooves. The facial features are minimal but effective, with a tiny black eye, a snout with small nostrils, and a calm, content expression.

The background is soft and understated, with earthy tones that complement the pig without distracting from it. The grass and sky are painted with a slightly weathered texture, giving the painting a rustic, timeless feel.

The artwork is framed in a rustic black wooden frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 28 x 23 cm (including frame)

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A small and engaging  animal composition , painted in a naïve style in oil onto panel, by British artist Matt Rix.

This painting features a black sheep standing against a minimalistic rural backdrop, painted in a folk-art style. The sheep’s large, rounded body is covered in a thick, textured wool coat, giving it a slightly exaggerated, almost whimsical appearance. Its small head peeks out from the dense fleece, with a calm, neutral expression and light-coloured eyes that subtly contrast against its dark face.

The background is simple and muted, with a pale cream-colored sky featuring faint, wispy clouds, and a gently sloping greenish pasture beneath the sheep. The artist uses a restrained color palette, allowing the bold black form of the sheep to be the central focus.

The painting is framed in a rustic black wooden frame, complementing the dark wool of the sheep and enhancing the vintage, traditional feel of the artwork. The piece exudes a timeless, charming simplicity, celebrating rural life with a warm, understated elegance.

The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing.

British artist Matt Rix spent his childhood in South Africa and now lives with his family on a small holding in rural North Wales. His paintings are uncomplicated, modernist representations influenced by primitive and naïve folk art from times past. Many of the subjects Rix paints are inspired by the animals he sees from day to day. Rix uses recycled materials including discarded paints, boards, frames and backing paper. Much of his work is therefore produced using waste materials resulting in sustainable paintings that evoke a time-worn, nostalgic essence.

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Size: 25.5 x 22cm (including frame)

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