Ralph Idris Steadman (British, b. 1936) Untitled
Ralph Idris Steadman (British, b. 1936) Untitled, 1993 Mixed media on paper 23-1x4 x 33 inches (59.1 x 83.8 cm) (sheet) Signed and dated lower center: Ralph Steadman 93 Ralph Steadman is a British illustrator celebrated for his explosive ink splatters, jagged lines, and biting satire as seen in the present work. Steadman is best known for his long collaboration with writer Hunter S. Thompson, most notably on Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, which helped define the visual language of Gonzo journalism. The artist's distinctive work spans political caricature, literary illustration, and social commentary combined with anarchic humor. In this emblematic example, Steadman satirically depicts burling, a professional sport of log rolling, where lumberjacks compete in specialize cleats to out roll one another. Log rolling river drives have been outlawed in the commercial lumber industries since the 1970s, but that does not prevent lumberjacks from risking life and limb for the sport. HID03101062020 © 2026 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.comxTexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice
Condition
Undulations through sheet and minor abrasions to marks on sheet, inherent to the artist's process. Minor area of lifting to lower left, not affecting figures. Framed under acrylic.Framed Dimensions 31.5 X 41 Inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"
Ralph Idris Steadman (British, b. 1936) Untitled, 1993 Mixed media on paper 23-1x4 x 33 inches (59.1 x 83.8 cm) (sheet) Signed and dated lower center: Ralph Steadman 93 Ralph Steadman is a British illustrator celebrated for his explosive ink splatters, jagged lines, and biting satire as seen in the present work. Steadman is best known for his long collaboration with writer Hunter S. Thompson, most notably on Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, which helped define the visual language of Gonzo journalism. The artist's distinctive work spans political caricature, literary illustration, and social commentary combined with anarchic humor. In this emblematic example, Steadman satirically depicts burling, a professional sport of log rolling, where lumberjacks compete in specialize cleats to out roll one another. Log rolling river drives have been outlawed in the commercial lumber industries since the 1970s, but that does not prevent lumberjacks from risking life and limb for the sport. HID03101062020 © 2026 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.comxTexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice
Condition
Undulations through sheet and minor abrasions to marks on sheet, inherent to the artist's process. Minor area of lifting to lower left, not affecting figures. Framed under acrylic.Framed Dimensions 31.5 X 41 Inches Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"
