• A square art print or cover design with the title 'Stencilchrome TRANSPARENCY' at the top and 'Processed by Kodax' at the bottom. The central artwork shows a stylized illustration of a child hanging from a Hills Hoist clothesline against a pale blue sky.
1 6

Geoff Cunningham Art

Hills Hoist Hero

Hills Hoist Hero

$800.00 AUD
$800.00 AUD
Sale SOLD
Shipping calculated at checkout.

Stencilchrome series

The famous Australian invention, the rotating Hills Hoist, had two jobs: drying the washing and doubling as the backyard's built-in playground.

I reckon every Australian kid of a certain age had a go at swinging on one. I certainly did. We'd climb up, hang off the arms and spin around until Mum yelled from the back door, "Get off before you bend the bloody thing!" The folding clotheslines of today might look neater, but they're nowhere near as much fun.

Hills Hoist Hero is about one of those simple backyard moments that seemed completely normal at the time but somehow stayed with you.

  • 40 x 40 cm x 1.2 cm deep
  • Acrylic & aerosol on MDF panel with custom painted slide mount
  • Finished with melamine edging. 
  • Designed to hang slightly off the wall, creating a subtle floating effect.
  • Detail images show the construction and finish.

Is this an Original Artwork?

Yes. This is an original one-off artwork by Geoff Cunningham. I may create related pieces from the same stencil set, but each work is made unique through changes in colour, cropping, composition and narrative.

Is this artwork signed, framed and ready to hang?

Every piece is hand-signed on the front and features my distinctive stencil logo on the back, authenticating each work as an original. Most of my pieces are already framed. For most unframed works, you can add framing at checkout if desired.

Do you offer delivery & hanging in Melbourne?

Yes. I offer free personal delivery in the Melbourne area, and I’m happy to help hang the artwork where practical.

Do you ship Australia wide?

Yes. Original artworks can be shipped Australia-wide. I pack each piece carefully in a sturdy box to protect it during transit.

Can I view this artwork in person?

Yes. Studio visits are available by appointment. Use the contact page to arrange a time to view available artworks in person.

View full details