4 Fish with Reel

Description

A joyful homage to the fishing traditions of Ontario’s cottage country, Four Fish and a Reel captures the memory of a perfect day on the water. Suspended from a gleaming chain, four brilliantly painted wooden trout—each with a gleeful expression and mottled golden flanks—hang beneath a vintage fly reel mounted proudly at center. The composition playfully mimics a stringer full of fresh catch, transforming it into a folk-art trophy.

Kevin Roach’s skill is on full display here, from the whimsical hand-carving to the lively surface patterning that evokes both the beauty of brook trout and the tactile charm of old-school tackle. The reel at center offers a sculptural counterpoint, anchoring the piece in nostalgia and authenticity.

This is more than a decorative object—it’s a memory board of Muskoka mornings and Algonquin Park afternoons. With its warmth, humor, and handcrafted care, Four Fish and a Reel resonates with collectors who cherish stories of family cabins, lazy lakes, and summer traditions handed down across generations. A quintessential Roach piece, it celebrates the intimate bond between folk art and rural life.

Condition: Excellent

Vertical
22
Horizontal
20.5

Depth
4