David Koster (1926-2014) - Contemporary Etching Chaffinches

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Description

Etching with aquatint and hand colouring. Signature, title and 'artist's proof' inscription below plate lines. On wove.

Condition

In fine condition overall, with minor marks and slight surface creasing.

Size

27.8 x 20.3cm (10.9" x 8")
Sheet: 51 x 39.6cm (20.1" x 15.6")
Plate: 29.4 x 21.8cm (11.6" x 8.6")

Artist Biography

David John Douglas Koster (1926-2014) was a painter and printmaker born in Islington, London. He studied at the Slade School of Art, 1944-1947 and later taught drawing and printmaking at Medway College of Design. He was a founder member of the Society of Wildlife Artists in 1964 and held numerous one-man shows, including a retrospective exhibition that coincided with the launch of a major book about his work. He received several commissions including work for the RSPB and a front cover for their 'Birds' Magazine. His recent commissions included the purchase of works for the refurbishment of the Saga Rose cruise ship. His death was recorded in Inverness, Scotland.

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SKU qc745
Artist David Koster (1926-2014)
Date Contemporary
Dimensions 27.8 x 20.3cm
Medium Etching
Subject Birds
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