Patrick Hughes’s paintings and wall reliefs wittily address art history and the nature of perception and perspective. He invented an optical illusion called “reverspective,” a neologism for reverse perspective. Hughes begins by constructing pyramid- or wedge-shaped blocks out of wood, which he combines into ridged panoramas. He then paints scenes into the blocks, depicting interior spaces—including museum galleries hung with iconic artworks—as well as landscapes and city views. The protruding parts of the works appear to recede, and the receding parts appear to protrude. As viewers walk by the pieces, the compositions seem to move. Hughes once remarked: “In my reverspective, you have a contradictory and paradoxical experience. I wouldn’t think they’re beautiful. I think . . . they can be awe-inspiring.” A homage to Damien Hirst, featuring a representation of one of his infamous sheep sculptures, in formaldeyde. This example with fantastic optical movement. 3D lithographic multiple with hand-colouring, signed in pencil, numbered PP 1/3, a printer's proof aside from the edition of 35 (there were also seven artist's proofs), published by Flowers Gallery, London, printed and hand-coloured by Jack Shirreff at the 107 Workshop. This work is part of a limited edition set. VAT and shipping costs may be applied after the sale