The Forgotten Jester (2021) Original Charcoal Drawing by Kerry Rixon

hauntingly delicate graphite drawing exploring loneliness, innocence and the feeling of being forgotten.

This original A2 artwork depicts a mysterious jester-like figure with an oversized, expressive costume and a quiet, almost sorrowful expression. The contrast between the soft shading of the figure and the deep black background creates an eerie yet melancholic atmosphere.

I wanted the piece to feel slightly unsettling without being purely dark or frightening. The exaggerated hat and childlike features give the character an unusual sense of innocence, while the muted tones and distant expression suggest a deeper story.

Materials used:

Charcoal, graphite, pencil

Details:

• Charcoal drawing on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 42.5 x 60cm (unframed)
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Surrealistic
• Subject: People and portraits