1884 "Washington And His Family" Mezzotint Engraving
1884 "Washington And His Family" Mezzotint Engraving
$1,150.00
A large steel mezzotint engraving by William Sartain of George Washington and his family. Based on a painting by Christian Schussele. Philadelphia: Bradley & Co., 1884. Chine appliqué labeled "Proof."
The 'Father of the Country' sits in uniform surrounded by his family and symbols of American life.
On a table, center, lies a copy of the official plan of the City of Washington. To the right the General has laid aside his sword, and to the left is an olive plant representing peace.
Martha sits across the table from Washington and her two grandchildren flank their step-grandfather.
Coming in the door is Washington's servant, "Old Christopher."
Frame size: 25" x 32"
Shipping: $50. Please allow two weeks for shipping.
About the artist
William Sartain, member of the Sartain family of engravers, was one of the best American mezzotinters of the nineteenth century and this print superbly demonstrates his skill. The handsome figures with calm demeanors, rich clothing and furniture, and many symbols graphically illustrate the ideals of American life in the nineteenth century.
This image was based on a painting by noted Philadelphia artist Christian Schussele, who was a friend of Sartain.
Interestingly, for authenticity, Schussele said he copied Washington's face from the portrait by Gilbert Stuart and Washington's body from a portrait by Trumbull, each of which he considered to be the best of its subject.
More about Chine appliques
A chine applique or chine collé is a print in which the image is impressed onto a thin sheet of paper, originally China paper, which is backed by a stronger, thicker sheet. China paper takes an intaglio impression more easily than regular paper, so chine applique prints generally show a richer impression than standard prints. Proof prints are often done as chine appliques.
Source: https://ahpcs.org/
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