"Wop bop a loo bop a lop bom bom"

Richard  Wayne Penniman is Little Richard, the true and original "King of Rock and Roll" (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020). 

He was the architect of the genre, setting the standard for all those who followed in his footsteps.  His energetic performances and unique styling were off the scale.  

Little Richard's influence can clearly be seen in the likes of Prince, James Brown, Jimi Hendrix, The Beatles and the Rolling Stones.  White stars of the Rock and Roll era covered versions of many of his songs like "Tutti Fruitti" and "Long Tall Sally".  

Though he struggled with his sexuality we cannot forget his queer credentials.  He was one of the first openly gay/bisexual performer to regularly wore women's makeup, wild pompadour style hair and flamboyant outfits.  Even by today's standards he was very effeminate but this didn't stop his appeal to both white and Black audiences.  

Print Only or Framed 

This print is available as a fine art giclée print on beautiful enhanced Matt Art paper.  Choose from a range of size options including: 

A4 (21x30cm)

A3 (30x42cm) 

A2 (42x59.4cm) 

A1 (59.4x84cm)

Hard wood framed options are also available in white, black and natural finishes with white mounts.  These versatile frames have a slim profile and are both classic and contemporary,  suitable for all situations!

Framing Details:

Frames are white as standard but black and natural are also available on request.

Mount size - 5cm boarder 

Mount Colour - Snow White - “conservation grade”+ sustainably sourced, 100% acid free, and will not discolour or fade with age.

Glazing - Shatter & Scratch-proof perspex with UV protection.  

Packaging - Eco-friendly cardboard packaging and will be ready to hang from the box.  

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