1911 Print Blacksmith's Portrait Children Kids Boys Artwork Arthur Keller XDA4

This is an original 1911 black and white halftone print (on a one-color background) titled, "The Blacksmith's Portrait." Shown in the image is a man getting his portrait done by two small boys in a living room.

CONDITION

This 100+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black & White w/ Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 9 inches; 19 x 23 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Keller, Arthur Ignatius. Artist name printed on page - bottom left of image.

Arthur Ignatius Keller

(1866-1924) Keller received his training at the National Academy of Design and with Loefftz in Munich. He was best known for his finely drawn illustrations of society figures and interiors. His work appeared in many of the popular magazines of his day--Harpers, Scribners, Colliers, and McClures. He also illustrated many booksÀsome of his best illustrations were painted for Washington Irving's The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

Keywords specific to this image: furniture, furnishings, art

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