Sir Frank Short, R.A., P.R.E. 1857-1945.

The Headlights Over the Hill. 1927. Mezzotint. Hardie 127. 5 7/8 x 7 7/8 (sheet 98 5/16 x 12 1/8). Slight mat line; otherwise excellent condition. A rich, atmospheric impression printed on tan wove paper with wide margins. Signed, titled 'Headlights over the hill (Seaford) and dedicated to the American etcher, 'To my friend Herman Webster. 1033. F.S.' in pencil. This is considered one of Short's finest original mezzotints. The automobile is travelling the road from Seaford to New Haven in Sussex. Seafoard Head is in the distance and the sea is on the right. $3,500.

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