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Eleanor Mary Hughes

1882 – 1959

[Apple tree above the farm, Cornwall] by Eleanor Mary Hughes
 

[Apple tree above the farm, Cornwall]  

  Original etching.
Inscribed in pencil by the artist “working proof” and further signed with the artist’s signature stamp.
S 375 x 270 mm; P & I 233 x 199 mm
£320
 
Original Eleanor Hughes etching.

Unique working proof impression with bright contrast and pronounced etched line. Inscribed in pencil by the artist “working proof” and further signed with the artist’s signature stamp.

The unusual viewpoint of this etching, with its partially occluded view, is indicative of Hughes’ individuality. A lesser artist would have depicted a typical view of the farm which stands besides this delicate tree. Instead, Hughes has chosen to make the little tree the subject of her work, the farm and the landscape beyond being relegated to a subsidiary, almost incidental role.

On cream laid paper, watermarked Arches (France) , with full margins and deckle edge. Very fine original condition.