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Ivan Eyre

1935 - 2022 RCA

Cafe

Acrylic on Canvas, circa 1968
50 x 50 in (127 x 127 cm)
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Beard Wrap

Etching on papercirca
9.5 x 12 in (24.1 x 30.5 cm)
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Land Mask

acrylic and mask on Masonite, 1999
18 x 16 x 2 in (45.7 x 40.6 x 5.1 cm)
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$6,000.00 - $8,000.00
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Morning

Etching on paper
9.5 x 12 in (24.1 x 30.5 cm)
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Ivan Eyre Biography

1935 - 2022 RCA

Ivan Kenneth Eyre was a Canadian painter and sculptor known for his striking prairie landscapes, complex figurative compositions, and deep explorations of personal mythology. Born in Tullymet, Saskatchewan, Eyre demonstrated an early interest in art, studying under Ernest Lindner and Eli Bornstein. He completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Manitoba in 1957 and later attended the University of North Dakota. In 1959, he returned to Winnipeg to teach at the University of Manitoba, where he remained a professor of painting and drawing for over three decades until his retirement in 1993.

Eyre's artistic output spanned more than fifty years, during which he developed a distinctive style characterized by meticulous detail, imaginative landscapes, and psychological complexity. His paintings often juxtaposed vast, panoramic environments with silhouetted figures or abstracted forms, creating an enigmatic visual tension. He rejected realism in favor of what he called "invented landscapes," dreamlike spaces that evoked memory and emotion rather than geographical accuracy. His figurative works frequently included symbolic elements, reinforcing a sense of mystery and introspection.

His impact on Canadian art was significant, earning him numerous accolades, including membership in the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts (1974), the Order of Manitoba (2007), and the Order of Canada (2015). His work has been exhibited extensively, with solo and group exhibitions across Canada and internationally. Major institutions such as the National Gallery of Canada, the Winnipeg Art Gallery, and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection house his paintings and sculptures.

One of Eyre’s most substantial contributions to the Canadian art landscape was his generous donation of over 200 paintings, 5,000 drawings, and 16 sculptures to the Pavilion Gallery at Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg. The Ivan Eyre Gallery, dedicated to showcasing his work, remains a significant cultural site. Additionally, his large-scale bronze sculptures are displayed at institutions such as the McMichael Canadian Art Collection and in public spaces across Canada.

Eyre’s philosophy on art emphasized the necessity of ambiguity and personal interpretation. He believed that a painting should not reveal everything at once but instead offer an ongoing dialogue with the viewer. His work continues to inspire artists and collectors, solidifying his legacy as a pivotal figure in Canadian art history. His influence extends beyond his paintings and sculptures, as many of his former students have become significant artists in their own right, contributing to the evolution of contemporary Canadian art.

Ivan Eyre passed away in November 2022, leaving behind a body of work that remains an enduring testament to his creative vision and dedication to artistic exploration.

Man in the Blue Suit

Serigraph, 1969
37 x 24 in (94 x 61 cm)
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Close Cut

Etching
9.5 x 12 in (24.1 x 30.5 cm)
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Echo

Woodblock Print
11 x 14 in (27.9 x 35.6 cm)
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Search

Etching on paper
10 x 14 in (25.4 x 35.6 cm)
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West Yellow Rough

Acrylic on Canvas, 1998
28 x 30 in (71.1 x 76.2 cm)
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Homage to Breugel

Oil on Canvas
26 x 34 in (66 x 86.4 cm)
$10,000.00

Eastern Cliff

Acrylic on Canvas, 1997
8 x 12 in (20.3 x 30.5 cm)
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Field Point

Lithograph
23 x 36 in (58.4 x 91.4 cm)
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Untitled Portrait D. 4. 7. 85

Mixed Media, 1985
1038 x 13 in (2636.5 x 33 cm)
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Eastlake

Acrylic, circa 1998
28 x 30 in (71.1 x 76.2 cm)
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Field Point

Serigraphcirca
23 x 36 in (58.4 x 91.4 cm)
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Cover

Etching on papercirca
6 x 4.5 in (15.2 x 11.4 cm)
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Green Ledge (Personal Mythologies)

Acrylic and oil on canvas, 1972
57 x 63 in (144.8 x 160 cm)
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Deep Valley

Oil on Canvas, 2007
24 x 20 in (61 x 50.8 cm)
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Warmwood Cloud

Acrylic, circa 1991
48 x 56 in (121.9 x 142.2 cm)
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Center Field

Acrylic, circa 1997
8 x 12 in (20.3 x 30.5 cm)
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Field Glow

Acrylic, circa 1997
8.5 x 10 in (21.6 x 25.4 cm)
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Amber Rows

Acrylic, circa 1997
8.5 x 10 in (21.6 x 25.4 cm)
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