Frank Weston Benson (American, 1862-1951). "Calm" etching, 1921. Signed "Frank W. Benson" in pencil at lower left. A beautiful, hand-signed original etching by American Impressionist Frank Weston Benson. Titled "Calm" the composition features a tranquil scene of four ducklings swimming and wading in glistening waters amidst tufts of reeds, with the ducklings' wonderful reflections rendered below as flocks of seabirds alight to the skies above. An original hand-signed etching by distinguished American Impressionist Frank Weston Benson. Size (image): 4.875" L x 6.75" W (12.4 cm x 17.1 cm)

About the artist: "For a period of time, Frank Weston Benson was known as 'America?s Most Medalled Painter,' for his academic accomplishments and widely received acclaim. Though his works included landscapes and portraiture, Benson believed his true subject was light, once saying, 'I follow the light, where it comes from, where it goes.' His style was noted for its bright colors and broken brushwork. Benson came to exhibit with 'the Ten', a group of American Impressionists that included Childe Hassam, William Merrit Chase, and J. Alden Weir; he also became a leading figure in what became known as the Boston School of Painting. As a child, Benson dreamed of being an ornithological illustrator, and as an avid hunter and fisherman, frequently included sporting animals in his works. In addition to oil paintings, Benson also made etchings, watercolors, and murals." (Source: Artsy)

Please note: Another Frank Benson "Calm" etching is listed for $2,250 on the Old Print Shop website.

Provenance: private Golden, Colorado, USA collection

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Signed "Frank W. Benson" in pencil at lower left. Mounted in matte and wooden frame (no glass). Slight age wear. Image is vivid.