Artwork Description
There is movement, tension and more than a hint of humour in All The Fussing And Fighting. Painted onto an original 1916 edition of the Cape Times, Lisette Forsyth captures two boxers mid-sparring session, their bodies leaning into the contest as they circle one another. While the scene depicts a physical confrontation, the work feels less about aggression and more about the familiar push and pull that exists in so many aspects of life — competition, disagreement, determination and play.
The century-old newspaper beneath the figures adds another layer to the story. Once filled with the headlines and concerns of its day, the paper now serves as a reminder that some things never really change. Human nature, rivalry and the desire to test ourselves have remained remarkably constant across generations. Forsyth allows the printed text to remain visible, creating a fascinating dialogue between the historical record and the timeless scene unfolding above it.
Lisette Forsyth is renowned for transforming vintage maps, newspapers and archival documents into contemporary artworks rich with narrative and character. Her ability to pair subject and surface creates works that feel both playful and thought-provoking. Measuring 57 x 77 cm framed, All The Fussing And Fighting is a unique original artwork that brings energy, wit and conversation to a collection. StateoftheART offers free tracked delivery within South Africa, secure worldwide shipping, and a seven-day money-back guarantee should the artwork not be quite right for your space once viewed in person.
Keywords: boxing, sparring,
All The Fussing & Fighting
Materials used
acrylic & ink on historical sheet of Cape Times
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W:57cm X H:77cm X D:3.5cm (framed dimensions)
Year
2026
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There is movement, tension and more than a hint of humour in All The Fussing And Fighting. Painted onto an original 1916 edition of the Cape Times, Lisette Forsyth captures two boxers mid-sparring session, their bodies leaning into the contest as they circle one another. While the scene depicts a physical confrontation, the work feels less about aggression and more about the familiar push and pull that exists in so many aspects of life — competition, disagreement, determination and play.
The century-old newspaper beneath the figures adds another layer to the story. Once filled with the headlines and concerns of its day, the paper now serves as a reminder that some things never really change. Human nature, rivalry and the desire to test ourselves have remained remarkably constant across generations. Forsyth allows the printed text to remain visible, creating a fascinating dialogue between the historical record and the timeless scene unfolding above it.
Lisette Forsyth is renowned for transforming vintage maps, newspapers and archival documents into contemporary artworks rich with narrative and character. Her ability to pair subject and surface creates works that feel both playful and thought-provoking. Measuring 57 x 77 cm framed, All The Fussing And Fighting is a unique original artwork that brings energy, wit and conversation to a collection. StateoftheART offers free tracked delivery within South Africa, secure worldwide shipping, and a seven-day money-back guarantee should the artwork not be quite right for your space once viewed in person.
Keywords: boxing, sparring,
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