Andrew Fairbairn Affleck (1869-1935) - Etching Rouen Cathedral, France

Description

A very fine etching with aquatint by the artist Andrew Fairbairn Affleck (1869-1935), depicting one of the West Front towers of Rouen Cathedral, France. The superb strike achieved by the artist adds a crisp sense of depth and detail to the composition. Signed by the artist in graphite below the plate. Presented in a wide card mount, as shown. Signed and incsribed on the reverse. On wove.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration. There are spots of staining to the upper and lower inside edges of the mount, and surface marks elsewhere. Scuffing to the corners and slight foxing to the mount.

Size

24.4 x 15.2cm (9.6" x 6")
Sheet: 47.7 x 35.5cm (18.8" x 14")

Artist Biography

Andrew Fairbairn Affleck (1869-1935) was a Scottish born painter and etcher of mainly architectural and topographical subjects. He exhibited at Connell & Sons, RA, RSA, and GI. For a time he lived in the Pas de Calais, France and travelled all over Europe and the USA. His work is represented in Paisley Art Gallery.