Method | Etching |
Artist | David Wilkie |
Published | 1820 |
Dimensions | Image 172 x 146 mm, Plate 224 x 182 mm, Sheet 438 x 288 mm |
Notes |
A rare lifetime impression of this Wilkie etching of a woman seated on a high-backed chair wearing a cap turns to the left with a smile. Standing on the table beside her is a child who plays with her cap. Etched monogram and date below image. Sir David Wilkie (18 November 1785 – 1 June 1841) was a Scottish genre painter and etcher. Born in Fife, and trained in Edinburgh, Wilkie moved to London in 1805 to attend the RA Schools. He often co-published important prints after his work. Dodgson 1936 12.VII. Condition: Printed on india laid paper. Heavy foxing to sheet, but limited to margins. |
Framing | unmounted |
Price | £220.00 |
Stock ID | 38894 |