Matt Rix, Naive Style Prize Black Ram, Print, Framed

This striking print of an original folk art painting by British artist Matt Rix captures the rustic charm and enduring heritage of traditional animal portraiture. Depicting a prize black ram, the artwork shows the animal standing proudly on earthy ground, with soft golden hills rising behind and a muted grey sky lending a gentle contrast. The warm, harmonious tones evoke a timeless pastoral atmosphere.

Rix’s distinctive style gives the ram an exaggerated oblong body and slender, dainty legs, echoing the naive yet characterful paintings once commissioned by wealthy livestock owners in the 18th and 19th centuries to display their prized animals. The creature’s impressive curled horn adds to its regal, almost emblematic presence.

The print is presented in a black, hand-painted wooden frame with a gilt inner edge, each meticulously finished by the artist himself. The reverse of the frame is lined with a collage of authentic antique papers and hand-signed by Matt Rix, making every piece uniquely personal. Please note that the selection and arrangement of vintage pages will vary, ensuring that each framed print is a one-of-a-kind work of art.

Printed on high-quality 350gsm art paper, the artwork displays vibrant, true-to-life colours that faithfully convey the warmth and texture of the original painting, celebrating Rix’s distinctive folk art style and craftsmanship.

This print forms part of a set of four complementary animal studies — featuring a prize bull, pig, horse, and ram — each listed separately. Ideal for display individually or as part of a set, they make a charming and cohesive addition to interiors inspired by folk art, rural heritage, and timeless craftsmanship.

Each framed print measures approximately 35cm x 26.5cm overall, is presented under glass, and arrives ready to hang.

Matt Rix is an emerging British folk artist celebrated for his original naive paintings, which possess a timeless charm that resonates with a wide audience. His distinctive work - featuring animals, naive portraits, and evocative nautical scenes - has attracted keen interest from interior designers and private collectors across the UK and internationally. Rix’s art enjoys a global following, with pieces sold to collectors throughout the UK, USA, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.

Whether capturing the quiet dignity of animals, the character of a face, or the drama of the sea, Rix’s paintings invite viewers into a world that feels both familiar and fantastical.