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Herbert Dicksee "The Prodigal" Etching
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Herbert Dicksee "The Prodigal" Etching

1920 - 1940
Sold 25 September 2025 · McTague of Harrogate
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Herbert Thomas Dicksee was a British painter born in 1862. He was best known for his sensitive depictions of animals including dogs, lions and tigers. Dicksee’s family was well-ingrained into the art world; his father was an artist and his nephew, Sir Frank Dicksee, was the president of the Royal Academy in London from 1924–1928. Herbert went on to study at the Slade School of Art in London on a scholarship, and his first painting was exhibited in 1881. Many of Dicksee’s most famous works were transcribed into prints and etchings published by Klackner of London. He died on February 20, 1942 in Hampstead, England.

 "The Prodigal" is an etching, the 1st state Artist's Proof on vellum, signed lower left in pencil by Dicksee. It is also signed on the plate with the monogram H..D.. and the date 1926. It is framed in an old oak frame giving an overall size of 29"x 24".

Free delivery mainland UK, please call Paul 07885 108190 for further information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Herbert Dicksee Dog Etching to the 1930s.

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SA1079913
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Herbert Thomas Dicksee was a British painter born in 1862. He was best known for his sensitive depictions of animals including dogs, lions and tigers.
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Dicksee’s family was well-ingrained into the art world; his father was an artist and his nephew, Sir Frank Dicksee, was the president of the Royal Academy in London from 1924–1928.
McTague of Harrogate

Herbert went on to study at the Slade School of Art in London on a scholarship, and his first painting was exhibited in 1881. Many of Dicksee’s most famous works were transcribed into prints and etchings published by Klackner of London. He died on February 20, 1942 in Hampstead, England.

fig 1. A detailed monochrome etching depicting a seated wire-haired terrier looking upwards against a wooden door.
fig 1. Herbert Dicksee "The Prodigal" Etching

 "The Prodigal" is an etching, the 1st state Artist's Proof on vellum, signed lower left in pencil by Dicksee. It is also signed on the plate with the monogram H..D.. and the date 1926. It is framed in an old oak frame giving an overall size of 29"x 24".

Free delivery mainland UK, please call Paul 07885 108190 for further information.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

McTague of Harrogate has dated this Herbert Dicksee Dog Etching to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1079913
McTague of Harrogate
McTague of Harrogate
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011

Mctague of harrogate are yorkshire based dealers in old pictures. Please see website mctague.co.uk

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A detailed monochrome etching depicting a seated wire-haired terrier looking upwards against a wooden door. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A detailed monochrome etching depicting a seated wire-haired terrier looking upwards against a wooden door. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Herbert Dicksee "The Prodigal" Etching

Archive II A detailed monochrome etching depicting a seated wire-haired terrier looking upwards against a wooden door. View II
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McTague of Harrogate

McTague of Harrogate
Telephone 07885 108190
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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A detailed monochrome etching depicting a seated wire-haired terrier looking upwards against a wooden door.
Herbert Dicksee "The Prodigal" etching
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A detailed monochrome etching depicting a seated wire-haired terrier looking upwards against a wooden door.
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  • Object[Prints and Etchings]
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • Style[Edwardian]
  • Material[Paper, Ink]
  • Colour[Monochrome]
  • MotifsHatched shading, Plate mark, Figurative canine subject
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

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Herbert Dicksee was a renowned British artist and etcher of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, celebrated for his highly detailed, emotionally resonant depictions of animals, particularly dogs and large cats.

These works were produced using traditional intaglio printmaking techniques, specifically etching and drypoint on heavy laid or wove paper, often finished with pencil signatures by the artist.

Authentic period etchings typically feature a visible plate mark indented into the paper, fine tonal graduation achieved through line density rather than washes, and often publishers stamps or pencil annotations.

An antique monochrome etching works well when framed with a wide neutral mount and a simple dark wood or gilded frame, anchoring traditional or transitional gallery walls.

Paper artifacts should be framed using acid-free materials and displayed away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent paper discolouration and fading of the ink.
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