James Abbott McNeill Whistler. 1834-1903.
The Lime-Burner. 1859. Etching. Kennedy 46.ii. 9 3/4x6 7/8 (sheet 10 13/16 x 7 7/80. Issued as plate 9 in "Sixteen Etchings or Scenes on the Thames and Other Subjects." (Thames Set). Probably from the 1871 edition of the Thames Set published by Ellis and Green.Two unobtrusive foxing spots in the image; otherwise excellent condition. A rich impression printed in dark brownish black on antique cream laid paper with a lifetime coat of arms countermark. Price upon request.
In the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition of 1859, this etching was described as " W. Jones, lime-burner, Thames Street (943)." When published in" A Series of Sixteen Etchings of Scenes on the Thames and Other Subjects by James Whistler" it was entitled (9) The Lime-Burners.
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