Mediaeval romances are rich in contemporary detail; hunting is a frequent feature. Whether Bertilak hunting the boar in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight or Bevis slaying the boar in Sir Bevis of Hampton, boars are seen as a worthy opponent of any lord. 

This print - a unique colourway of The Boar Hunt - features a huntsman wielding a powerful broad-bladed boar-sword ready for action. But, as can be seen, the boar has other plans for him! A black and white version of this print appears as an illustration in Michael's translation of Sir Gawain.

It is hand printed on 250 gsm Somerset Velvet Paper on a 19th Century Albion Press in 4 colours, printed from 4 different plates and signed and edition by the artist. Printed area: 12" x 12"; paper size approx twice as much again.

UNIQUE EDITION -only one available.

Michael Smith's translation of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight was published in 2018. To learn more and to purchase your own signed copy, please click here.