Gerald Leslie Brockhurst, R.A. 1890-1978.
La Tresse. 1926. Etching. Fletcher 56.vi/vii. 8 1/3 x 6 3/4 (16 1/2 x 12 5/16) Proof before the published edition (total edition 111). Signed and annotated "6th state G.L.B. (1 of 4 proofs thus") in pencil by the artist. An impression exhibited at the RA, 1927, no.1116 and the RE, 1927, no.36. Illustrated: 'Royal Academy Illustrated' 1927 Fine Prints of the Year, 1927 and Salaman, Modern Masters of Etching: Brockhurst. Printed on cream-colored laid paper with full margins. A glowing impression of this rare state. $1,950.
The sitter is Anais, the artist's first wife.
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