Description: READING THE NEWS by Sir David Wilkie SIGNED by Engraver W Taylor Proof Copy SIGNED in pencil lower right by the engraver, William Taylor. Chine-colle printing method. Each one of these prints in this series (engraver's/printer's proof) has a unique circular blind-stamp identification seal along the margin and within the Chine-colle surface. This one is marked: "PRINTSELLERS ASSOCIATION, MEI" From "THE VERNON GALLERY OF BRITISH ART." by Robert Vernon, circa 1850.Large folio size Etching, exclusive original Engraver's Proof/Printer's Proof copy.Less then 50 SIGNED copies of this print in the 'Chine-colle' method and in this large format were produced. The only copies I found were copies in various libraries around the world. Paper size: 18” wide x 25 ¾” tall (Large Folio size)Plate mark size: approx. 14 x 10 1/2 inches Image size: approx. 9 3/4 x 8 1/8 inches Condition: Some foxing evident, minor soiling/small imperfections along edges.Strong plate marks throughout. The Japanese paper which the engraving was printed is still nicely attached to the base paper. RARE to find these engravings in ANY condition!! I have other items similar to this up now as well. Please see the images of the actual item above for a better idea of the condition. The winner will pay postage and tracking, which is included in the shipping total. The item will weigh about 3 pounds packed and will ship ground advantage mail. I will pack carefully to insure the item arrives safely. I am always happy to combine shipping whenever possible. Check out my other items! Be sure to add me to your favorites list! Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites list. Please contact me with any issues prior to leaving negative/neutral Feedback or low detail ratings, as I will always do my best to solve any problems that may come up!7 1819 PR Toprev 102523 Chine-collé is a technique in printmaking, in which the image is transferred to a surface that is bonded to a heavier support in the printing process. One purpose is to allow the printmaker to print on a much more delicate surface, such as Japanese paper or linen, that pulls finer details off the plate.
Price: 362.62 USD
Location: Belton, Missouri
End Time: 2024-12-18T16:20:28.000Z
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work
Artist: Painted by Sir David Wilkie, Engraved by William Taylor
Signed By: William Taylor
Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
Item Length: 1
Framing: Unframed
Region of Origin: London, England
Year of Production: 1850
Unit Type: Unit
Item Height: 25 3/4"
Style: Original Proof Engraving, Copper Plate Engraving, Illustration, Vintage and Antique
Features: Illustrated Edition, Illustration Artwork, Classic Art, Poetical Art, Signed, Autographed
Unit Quantity: 1
Culture: British Art
Item Width: 18"
Handmade: Yes
Time Period Produced: 1850-1899
Image Orientation: Portrait
Signed: Yes
Period: Victorian (1830-1900)
Title: READING THE NEWS
Material: Rag Paper, ink
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: British Art, English Illustration Art, Classic Artwork, THE VERNON GALLERY OF BRITISH ART, Signed Artwork, Chine-colle, Copper Engraving, English Society, Medical Print
Type: Print
Theme: Domestic & Family Life, Robert Vernon, Folio Etching, Printer’s Proof, 19th Century
Production Technique: Chine-colle, Copper Engraving
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
