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Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911
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Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

1900 - 1920
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Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Brief Description:

This is a beautifully presented, signed original 1911 hand-coloured Mezzotint depicting an attractive lady with curly hair.

Inspired by the original work that was painted by George Romney in the 18th-century.

Engraved by the British artist and engraver, Sydney E. Wilson (b. 1869).

Signed in pencil by the artist with a Print Sellers Association blind stamp in the lower left corner. Published in 1911 by Vicars Brothers of Bond Street, London.

Mounted within the fabulous quality, original glazed and ebonised Hogarth style frame.

Attributes:

Mezzotint Engraving

Signed: 'Sydney E. Wilson'

Circa/dated: 1911

Condition:

Both the picture and the frame are offered in an overall stunning original condition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 22.2'' | 56.3 cm

Width: 18.6'' | 47.2 cm

Depth: 1'' | 2.5 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

*A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

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We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
56.3cm (22.17")
Width
47.2cm (18.58")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Signed Portrait Mezzotint Print to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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Description
Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Brief Description:

“
This is a beautifully presented, signed original 1911 hand-coloured Mezzotint depicting an attractive lady with curly hair.
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fig 1. Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
fig 1. Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Inspired by the original work that was painted by George Romney in the 18th-century.

Engraved by the British artist and engraver, Sydney E. Wilson (b. 1869).

Signed in pencil by the artist with a Print Sellers Association blind stamp in the lower left corner. Published in 1911 by Vicars Brothers of Bond Street, London.

fig 2. Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
fig 2. Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Mounted within the fabulous quality, original glazed and ebonised Hogarth style frame.

Attributes:

Mezzotint Engraving

Signed: 'Sydney E. Wilson'

Circa/dated: 1911

Condition:

Both the picture and the frame are offered in an overall stunning original condition.

fig 3. Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
fig 3. Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 22.2'' | 56.3 cm

Width: 18.6'' | 47.2 cm

Depth: 1'' | 2.5 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 4. Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
fig 4. Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and much time are taken to ensure the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces we sell.

fig 5. Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
fig 5. Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 6. Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
fig 6. Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay securely - Telephone orders are welcome.

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Secure-Payment-VPADeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-003586-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card

Height
56.3cm (22.17")
Width
47.2cm (18.58")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Signed Portrait Mezzotint Print to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216229
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Framed early 20th-century coloured mezzotint print depicting a profile portrait of a lady in a white dress with a blue sash, signed in pencil by Sydney Wilson.
Portrait of a Lady Signed Artist Proof Mezzotint Engraving by Sydney Wilson 1911
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FAQs

Mezzotint is an intaglio printmaking technique developed in the 17th century that allows for tone creation without line hatching. Artists use a serrated metal tool called a rocker to pit a copper plate, scraping and burnishing areas to create smooth tonal gradations from deep blacks to light highlights.

Traditional mezzotints were executed on copper plates using specialized steel hand tools, inked with oil-based pigments, and pressed onto heavy cotton rag paper. Multi-colour examples were either inked a la poupee directly onto the plate or finished with hand-applied watercolour glazes.

Authentic mezzotints feature a distinct indented platemark around the image margin, subtle soft tonal transitions rather than modern dot-matrix pixels, and often include hand-written pencil signatures from the engraver in the lower margin on artist proof impressions.

Classical portrait prints can be incorporated into contemporary spaces by hanging them as anchor pieces within gallery walls or mounting them above dark wood sideboards. Combining traditional framed art with clean-lined modern furniture creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Display paper prints away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent foxing and colour fading. Ensure the frame utilizes acid-free backing materials and UV-protective glass, leaving a air gap between the paper surface and the glazing.
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