The Great Farewell
Artwork Description
The unveiling of Wayne Gretzky's official NHL retirement portrait
The portrait was also seen later that night on Hockey Night in Canada during their interview of Wayne.
The Great Farewell is destined to become the symbol of a Great hockey era. The limited edition print and book are certain to be ranked among the top collectibles of our time.
Officially Licensed by the NHL ®
'The Great Farewell' is the perfect title because it's so appropriate to my memories of the great response of the fans at my final game. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do."
~Wayne Gretzky
Some of the artist's preliminary studies:
All editions include The Great Farewell book.
Limited Edition
- Signed by Ken Danby and individually numbered, limited to 9,999
- Facsimile signature of Wayne Gretzky embossed
- Print size: 32 1/4" x 26 1/2". Image size: 26 1/2" x 22"
Limited Edition Artist's Proof (26.5" x 22")
- Signed by Ken Danby and individually numbered, limited to 999
- Signed by Wayne Gretzky
- Blind embossed with the NHL logo
- Print size: 32 1/4" x 26 1/2". Image size: 26 1/2" x 22"
Commemorative Edition
- Signed by Ken Danby and individually numbered, limited to 99
- Signed by Wayne Gretzky
- Blind embossed with the NHL & New York Rangers logos
- Gold embossed with "Final Game - April 18, 1999"
Limited Edition Giclée Canvas
- Signed by Ken Danby and individually numbered, limited to 199
- Signed by Wayne Gretzky
- Full image on stretched canvas: 32 1/2" x 27"
- Available unstretched on request. Print size: 32 1/4" x 26 1/2". Image size: 26 1/2" x 22"
