Souper Duper is a witty and uplifting limited edition artwork by the acclaimed British artist Doug Hyde, one of the UK's most celebrated and best-loved contemporary artists. Known for his rounded characters, gentle humour, and heartfelt storytelling, Hyde has captured the imagination of collectors worldwide with pieces that radiate warmth, optimism, and connection. His art often transforms everyday objects and moments into symbols of love and friendship, making them instantly relatable and deeply engaging. With Souper Duper, Hyde once again delivers a playful yet meaningful work, blending cultural familiarity with his signature charm.
The composition presents Hyde's much-loved central character standing proudly in front of a giant soup tin. Perched lazily across the top of the can is his loyal brown dog, whose relaxed posture contrasts delightfully with the character's upright stance. The oversized soup tin is labelled with the phrase: "Friend, Love & Happiness - The Perfect Recipe, Soup." This clever twist transforms the humble can of soup into a metaphor for emotional nourishment, emphasising the importance of life's simplest yet most essential ingredients.
Set against a soft, pale pink background, the scene has an airy quality that allows the bold imagery to shine. The use of a neutral, textured backdrop is typical of Hyde's approach, ensuring that the central figures carry all the emotional weight of the piece. The combination of strong, graphic symbolism with tender humour is what makes Hyde's work so universally appealing: it is light-hearted on the surface, yet always underpinned by an uplifting and timeless message.
Hyde's distinctive pastel technique is captured in every detail of Souper Duper. The velvety textures, subtle tonal shifts, and layered colours bring depth and tactility to the artwork, while the giclée printing process ensures those qualities are preserved with precision. Printed on high-quality textured paper and produced to archival standards, this edition offers collectors a faithful representation of Hyde's original pastel work, designed to retain its vibrancy and clarity for generations to come.
Measuring 17 x 26 inches (artwork size) and 24 x 33 inches when presented in Doug Hyde's signature white box frame, this is a substantial artwork with real presence. Released in a limited edition of 295, each print is individually hand-signed and numbered by the artist, and comes complete with a certificate of authenticity. These details confirm its place within the edition and underline its status as a highly collectible piece within Hyde's portfolio.
Edition Size: 295 - Hand signed and numbered by the artist
Product Code: ZHYD794
Artwork Size: 17 x 26 inches
Framed Size: 24 x 33 inches
Medium: Textured Paper Edition (Limited Edition Giclée Print)
Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
Frame: White box frame - Doug Hyde's signature frame
Souper Duper is more than a playful take on an everyday object - it is a heartfelt reminder that happiness is built on the simplest of recipes: friendship, love, and joy. By pairing wit with tenderness, Doug Hyde invites us to smile, reflect, and reconnect with the things that matter most. Whether acquired as part of a larger Hyde collection or as a first piece, this limited edition artwork is certain to delight, inspire, and spark conversation wherever it is displayed.
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