Attrib. Sylvan G. Boxsius (1878-1941) - 1909 Gouache Islamic Book Cover Design

Description

This incredibly detailed hand-drawn book cover design features an Arabic style inspired by the Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as well as Islamic art and running patterns. The work was featured in the National Book Prize competition of 1909. A label is affixed to the lower edge. Purchased alongside other signed works by the artist, On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration.

Size

72 x 35cm (28.3" x 13.8")

Collection Information

From a remarkable collection of delicate botanical studies and meticulously detailed architectural drawing attributed to the artist Sylvan G. Boxsius (1878-1941).

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Artist Biography

Sylvan G. Boxsius (1878-1941) was a painter, illustrator, and printmaker. He trained at the Studied at the Royal College of Art and later taught at the London County Council School of Photography, Engraving and Lithography. He exhibited at the Society of Graver-Printmakers in Colour from 1930 to 1937. Indeed, it is his colour prints that he is best known for, which he executes in a style influenced by traditional Japanese printing methods.