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Frank Paton (1856-1909) - 1881 Etching Not At Home
Description
A charming etching by Frank Patron depicting Jack Russell terriers surrounding a stoat outside of its burrow. Surrounds by charming in plate sketches. Signed in graphite to the lower left. On paper.Condition
The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration.
Size
10.8 x 15.5cm (4.3" x 6.1")Sheet: 22 x 27.6cm (8.7" x 10.9")
Artist Biography
Frank Paton born in Stepney, East London, he was raised in Gravesend, Kent. A painter and engraver of sporting subjects, a large number of sepia prints were published, engraved by Paton after his own, and others' work, which took the form of a large picture in the centre with small humorous sketches, many of which were canine, all round the edges relating to the central subject. He painted in oil and watercolour and, although they are rare, he painted some good horse portraits. He contributed illustrations to various publications and is best known for his etched Christmas cards. He showed at the RA on at least 20 occasions. His daughter was the artist Dorothy Paton.
| SKU | rx554 |
|---|---|
| Artist | Frank Paton (1856-1909) |
| Date | 1881 |
| Dimensions | 10.8 x 15.5cm |
| Medium | Etching |
| Style | Realism |
| Subject | Animals |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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