Description

A striking monochrome print by the well-listed British artist Arthur Ralph Middleton Todd RA RE (1891-1966). The artist has used drypoint as well as etching to complete this detailed view of Siena. The artwork has been signed in graphite below plate lines. Presented in a fine black frame with a crisp white mount. On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a print of this age including some discolouration to the paper and light wear to the frame.

Biography

Arthur Ralph Middleton Todd was born in Helston in Cornwall. His father, Ralph Todd was a successful artist who taught at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in London. The younger Todd received art tuition from Stanhope Forbes in Newlyn before attending the Central School. Todd served in the British Army during the First World War as a driver with the Army Service Corps.After the War, Todd had a picture exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1918. He enrolled at the Slade School of Fine Art and was there throughout 1920 and 1921.When he left the Slade, Todd travelled throughout France, Holland and Italy. Returning to Britain, Todd established himself as a successful artist becoming known for his portraits and his pastel and etching works.