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Joseph Pennell (American, 1860-1926). "The West Tower of St. Pauls." 1904. Etching. Signed in pencil. A stunning etching of the western tower of St. Paul's in London, England created by beloved American artist Joseph Pennell. Pennell was an etcher, lithographer, illustrator and author. He is one of the best known and respected American artists from the etching revival period. A wonderful image of this work of sacred architecture. Size: image measures 10.875" L x 8.5" W (27.6 cm x 21.6 cm); sheet measures 11.75" L x 9.25" W (29.8 cm x 23.5 cm); portfolio/mat measures 22" L x 16" W (55.9 cm x 40.6 cm)

Born in Philadelphia, Pennell trained at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and at the Pennsylvania School of Industrial Art, and later he taught at the National Academy and the Art Students League in New York City. From 1883, Pennell spent most of his time in Europe, until 1917 when he moved back permanently to the United States. Over his distinguished and prolific career, he won many medals and awards in the United States and in Europe, and is considered one of the great etching innovators of the time. Among his achievements, Pennell illustrated and authored many books, contributed to leading magazines, and was one of the founders of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.

Provenance: private Denver, Colorado, USA collection; ex-Kennedy Galleries, New York, New York, USA

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Paper shows normal discoloration commensurate with age. Tiny losses to edges of sheet that do not interfere with image.