Alexander Brantingham Simpson RI - Early 20th Century Etching

Description

Alexander Brantingham Simpson RI - Original Early 20th Century Etching. Depiction of nude figures using the ship's anchor to climb their way up to the keel. Monogrammed in Plate.Creasing to top and bottom of paper outside of plate and come age toning.

Alexander Brantingham Simpson R.I. (fl.1904-1931). From a large collection of watercolours and etchings by a talented yet obscure artist. Some are signed and all are undoubtedly by the same hand.

Size

19.5 x 4.5cm (7.7" x 1.8")
Sheet: 29.3 x 8.2cm (11.5" x 3.2")
Plate: 19.5 x 4.5cm (7.7" x 1.8")

Collection Information

From a collection of haunting and beautiful early-20th century drypoint etchings by Alexander Brantingham Simpson R.I. Using theological and mythological motifs throughout his artworks, Brantingham Simpson's artworks illustrate the fascination with romanticism and symbolism that defined this period of British art.

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