Gerald Leslie Brockhurst, R.E., R.A. 1890-1978.
Una (The Young Creole). 1929. Etching. Fletcher 65.iv/x. 8 1/2 x 6 1/4 (sheet 15 3/8 x 10 1/4). Edition of 3 in this state (total 140 impressions). A very rich impression printed on cream wove paper. Signed and inscribed '4th state G.L.B. 3 proofs thus'in pencil. $1,000.
The painting of the sitter was exhibited at the Royal Academy and Royal Society of Painter-Etchers and Engravers in 1930. Salaman praised "Una" saying the "ripe-lipped face, 'full of the warm South,' [who] looks at you with eyes that seem to meet your own with humorous frankness, yet leave you wondering as to what subtle audacity may be behind them."
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