1912 Photogravure Self Portrait George Frederic Watts Hat Beard Order XADA9

This is an original 1912 black and white photogravure of a self portrait of George Frederic Watts bequeathed by Sir Williams Bowman Bart. to the National Gallery of British Art. By this point in Watts' life he reached the OM and RA status. 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. After gaining these titles it is customary to put the initials after the artist's name.

CONDITION

This 99+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light aging throughout. No creases. Minor print defect - top margin. 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 5.5 x 7 inches; 14 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. Artist mark in print - bottom left of image.

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.

Keywords specific to this image: Costume, Fashion, Historic, Pose

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