1897 Prints Charles Keene Art Alchemist Painter Figure Study Character XAY6

This is an original 1897 two-page black and white print set (comprising one halftone print and one in-text wood engraving, two single-sided pages) of a figure study for "The Painter Alchemist." Please see additional image for the completed version of the artwork, which had been featured in Once a Week in 1867.

CONDITION

This 114+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. No natural defects. Light scuffing. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Prints; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 10 inches; 18 x 25 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)

Period Paper has obtained a collection of artistic halftone prints, wood engravings, and etchings by famous English illustrator and Punch artist, Charles Samuel Keene. A majority of the works in this collection are sketched figures in historical costume attire, complete with artistic commentary and character dialogue. Revel in this charming collection of British caricatures.

This piece was illustrated by Keene, Charles. Artist initials in print - embedded in image.

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