Description
Steel engraving titled "The Spring Time of Life," engraved by G. Bather and published by B.B. Russell, 55 Cornhill, Boston, circa 1868.
Victorian sentimental scene on hillside with families, mother and daughters beside flower cart and lamb, rendered in fine hatching technique by noted engraver G. Bather; issued by Boston firm B.B. Russell at their Cornhill imprint, evoking themes of youth and springtime innocence in the Victorian folk art tradition.
Sight: 15 1/2 by 19 1/2 inches; frame: 20 by 24 inches.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Within period mahogany frame with gilt liner; displays mellow toning, minor foxing, moisture damage and paper cockling at bottom with scattered rubs, and stable presentation appropriate to age.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Printmaking Materials
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Victorian sentimental scene on hillside with families, mother and daughters beside flower cart and lamb, rendered in fine hatching technique by noted engraver G. Bather; issued by Boston firm B.B. Russell at their Cornhill imprint, evoking themes of youth and springtime innocence in the Victorian folk art tradition.
Sight: 15 1/2 by 19 1/2 inches; frame: 20 by 24 inches.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Within period mahogany frame with gilt liner; displays mellow toning, minor foxing, moisture damage and paper cockling at bottom with scattered rubs, and stable presentation appropriate to age.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Printmaking Materials
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Within period mahogany frame with gilt liner; displays mellow toning, minor foxing, moisture damage and paper cockling at bottom with scattered rubs, and stable presentation appropriate to age.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
24 x 20 x 1.5 in
The Spring Time of Life Engraving by G. Bather, c.1868
Estimate $600-$1,470
Starting Bid
$300
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