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A finely detailed original etching of the Art Institute of Chicago depicting the museum’s grand Beaux-Arts facade and one of … Read more A finely detailed original etching of the Art Institute of Chicago depicting the museum’s grand Beaux-Arts facade and one of its iconic lion sculptures guarding the entrance steps. Executed in delicate line with beautiful tonal shading, this work captures the architectural elegance and atmosphere of early 20th-century Chicago. Hand-signed in pencil lower right by Chester Danforth, Title “Art Institute” inscribed in pencil lower left. Visible plate mark confirms this is an original hand-pulled etching not a reproduction. Image ( plate) size 3” H x 5” W, paper size 9” H x 6” W, signature box 1/4 W, Framed 9/3/4”Tx 6 1/2”W See less
- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 2ʺD × 9ʺH
- Styles
- Figurative
- Art Subjects
- Architecture
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Etching
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Etching appears in very good vintage condition with even toning consistent with age. Mat shows light age toning. Framing shows … moreEtching appears in very good vintage condition with even toning consistent with age. Mat shows light age toning. Framing shows minor wear appropriate to age, print under glass, ready to hang. less
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