1912 Photogravure Portrait George Frederic Watts Hat Beard Art English XADA9

This is an original 1912 black and white photogravure of a self portrait of George Frederic Watts who, by this point in his life, reached the OM and RA statuses. OM meaning the Order of Merit which was a dynastic order recognizing distinguished service in art. The RA status meant he was part of the Royal Academy. Watts was a popular English Victorian painter and sculptor who was associated with the Symbolist movement in the late 19th century. This image was never finished.

CONDITION

This 99+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is a plate impression bordering the image in this print.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7 inches; 13 x 18 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 Watts, George Frederic.

George Frederick Watts (1817-1904)

George Frederic Watts was a popular English Victorian painter and sculptor who was associated with the Symbolist movement in the late 19th century. Raised by his father in an environment of a conservative interpretation of Christianity, and schooled in the classics, Watts became an artist apprehensive of conventional religion, but also one heavily influenced by allegory and the symbolic power of universal emotion and aspirations.

Reproductive art by Emery Walker Ph. Sc.

Keywords specific to this image: Historic, Self Portrait, Costume, Fashion

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