Edward T. Hurley Aquatint and Mezzotint "Pines and Birches," Early 20th Century

Item Details

Edward Timothy Hurley (Ohio, 1869 – 1950)
Pines and Birches, early 20th century
Aquatint and mezzotint on paper
Signed to lower right; signed in plate to lower left
Attributes labeled to verso

Edward Timothy Hurley was an accomplished painter, printer, illustrator, and author, perhaps best known for his work with the Rookwood Pottery Company. Born in Cincinnati, Hurley would later graduate from Xavier University and the Cincinnati Art Academy. He was a designer for Rookwood Pottery Company from 1896-1948, creating paintings on both canvas and pottery. Cincinnati scenes had a stronghold on Hurley’s work and were his most prominent subject matter. His works have been exhibited at the National Academy of Design, the Art Institute of Chicago, the St. Louis World’s Fair (1904), and more.

Condition

- uneven toning and foxing to sheet; toning to matting; adhesive accretions to glass; minor wear to frame; wear, abrasions and water damage to verso.

Dimensions

- measures frame; plate mark measures 9.75" W x 11.75" H.

• Item not examined outside of mounting.

Item #

ITMG837984