Details

• Artist: Ed Chapman
• Medium: 1976 Vinyl Records Mosaic
• Dimensions: 61 cm x 87 cm
• Price: £8,000.00

Renowned mosaic artist Ed Chapman pays tribute to Formula 1 icon James Hunt with a striking portrait that captures the electrifying spirit of the legend who first drew Chapman to the sport. The artwork reimagines Roberto Bunge’s famous photograph of Hunt through Chapman’s signature precise and angular mosaic style.

Chapman crafts this piece entirely out of original vinyl records. Embedded within the mosaic are authentic records dating back to 1976, the pivotal year Hunt clinched his World Championship title. This deliberate choice of physical media adds a tangible layer of historical depth, infusing the artwork with true provenance from the era it celebrates.

The use of vinyl provides a poetic resonance, perfectly aligning with Hunt's notoriously rebellious, rock-and-roll persona. By meticulously hand-shaping and arranging each vinyl fragment, Chapman creates a composition that mirrors both the raw energy of 1970s racing and the unapologetic lifestyle of its defining champion. The final result is a vibrant, multi-textured tribute that honours both the driver and the cultural aesthetic of his heyday.