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Hedley Fitton (1859-1929) - Late 19th Century Etching Devorgilla Bridge
Description
This expressive etching captures the historic Devorgilla Bridge in Dumfries, Scotland. Signed in graphite below the plate line. Well presented in a gilt frame. On paper.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and foxing. Marks and scuffs to the frame.
Size
30.5 x 21.5cm (12.0" x 8.5")Framed Size: 49.5 x 38.5cm (19.5" x 15.2")
Artist Biography
Hedley Fitton was an etcher and engraver born in Didsbury, Manchester. He was a pupil at Warrington School of Art and worked as an editor and illustrator for The Daily Chronicle in Manchester. Best known for his etching of architectural subjects, Fitton travelled throughout England, Scotland, France, and Italy. He was elected a member of the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers in 1908 and exhibited widely, including at the Royal Academy. Examples of his work are in the V&A, Worcester City Art Gallery, British Museum, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, Hull Art Gallery and Hereford Museum and Art Gallery amongst many others.
| SKU | sp921 |
|---|---|
| Frame Colour | gold |
| Artist | Hedley Fitton (1859-1929) |
| Date | Late 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 30.5 x 21.5cm |
| Medium | Etching |
| Style | Realism |
| Subject | Architecture & Cityscapes |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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