Raquel Welch - One Million Years B.C. (Silkscreen on canvas)

In this collection of limited-edition artworks, Simon Claridge has taken iconic images from the hallowed archives of legendary English Photographer Terry O’Neill CBE and transformed them through his dazzling diamond dust and silkscreen techniques.  

On capturing this image, the late photographer Terry O’Neill who was known for his epochal 1960s photography, noted that “She said to me, “I’m going to get crucified for wearing that bikini in One Million Years BC” so I went to 20th Century Fox, and I said "If you can build me a crucifix, I got this idea for a picture.“… I've no doubt some people will still object to it but its not meant to be sacrilegious, just to sum up someone's attitude.”  

These silkscreen renderings have been executed thoughtfully, to retain the essence of the original exposures and showcase the style of both artists. The diamond dust has been applied to give the work an incredible glitter effect, building layer upon layer of colour and shade that will transform and reflect the light in your home throughout the day. Due to the delicacy of this artwork, we recommend collection from your local gallery.  

Framed in a white and gold frame, this artwork comes with a certificate of authenticity hand-signed by Terry O’Neill, Simon Claridge and our publisher Glynn Washington. The canvas also comes hand-signed by the artist and embossed with an official Terry O’Neil archive stamp.