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Art : 1900-1940s
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John Taylor Arms 1927 Etching Titled Coutances Edition of 100 Signed and Dated in Plate and Pencil
John Taylor Arms, American 1887- 1953.
A well documented and highly collected Artist, his works have been shown in Galleries and Museums around the world.
His work has been collected in the catalog raisonne by William Dolan Fletcher, "John Taylor Arms A man For All Time" 1982.
This catalog is used in all references about this artist.
Up for sale is a Signed in the plate, lower right, full name with date and also signed in Pencil lower right below image, with full name and date of 1927.
The Title is: Coutances: also called Notre Dame and St. Pierre. The printer is Frederick Reynolds.
The edition is out of 100
Size: 9 3/8 x 4 7/8
Reference: Fletcher 197
"One of the most famous printmaker of the early 20th century, he was known for his medieval architectural etchings that combined precise realism with a sense of soaring spirituality. He believed that Gothic architecture was man's greatest achievement, uniting spiritual and aesthetic values, and was best known for his renderings of gargoyles and European churches. He was remarkably prolific, considering that he worked slowly and deliberately and spent much time traveling, writing, and lecturing."
This piece is framed behind glass and there may be reflection from the photographing. Any damage will be noted and documented.
Note:
This piece has been treated by a professional Paper Conservator, J. E. Thompson Art Conservation in San Fransisco.
I have the original treated and condition report for this item.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me.
A well documented and highly collected Artist, his works have been shown in Galleries and Museums around the world.
His work has been collected in the catalog raisonne by William Dolan Fletcher, "John Taylor Arms A man For All Time" 1982.
This catalog is used in all references about this artist.
Up for sale is a Signed in the plate, lower right, full name with date and also signed in Pencil lower right below image, with full name and date of 1927.
The Title is: Coutances: also called Notre Dame and St. Pierre. The printer is Frederick Reynolds.
The edition is out of 100
Size: 9 3/8 x 4 7/8
Reference: Fletcher 197
"One of the most famous printmaker of the early 20th century, he was known for his medieval architectural etchings that combined precise realism with a sense of soaring spirituality. He believed that Gothic architecture was man's greatest achievement, uniting spiritual and aesthetic values, and was best known for his renderings of gargoyles and European churches. He was remarkably prolific, considering that he worked slowly and deliberately and spent much time traveling, writing, and lecturing."
This piece is framed behind glass and there may be reflection from the photographing. Any damage will be noted and documented.
Note:
This piece has been treated by a professional Paper Conservator, J. E. Thompson Art Conservation in San Fransisco.
I have the original treated and condition report for this item.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me.
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