Sir Frank William Brangwyn RA RWS RBA (1867-1956)

This etching is one of the 73 he made as illustrations to the book ‘L'Ombre de la Croix’(The Shadow of the Cross) by Jerome & Jean Tharaud; written in 1917. The etchings were published by Editions Lapina, Paris in 1931.  I have acquired a number of the etchings from the series, listed individually. Gifted by the artist from his studio to his chauffeur, thence by descent. Each etching will be posted unframed. All are unsigned.

Man reading by candlelight.  Etching on wove paper. A good clear impression in very reasonable condition. Light age related toning, minor handling, a handful of foxing spots to the paper margins and other minor marks/blemishes to the margins. There is also very slight ripple to the paper, so it doesn’t sit perfectly flat.

Etching measures 12.3cm x 7cm. Total paper size 39cm x 28.1cm.