E. T. Hurley Aquatint Etching of Fountain Square, Cincinnati, 1929

Item Details

Edward Timothy Hurley (Ohio, 1869–1950)
Fountain Square, Cincinnati, 1929
Aquatint etching on paper
Signed to lower margin

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 strong hold 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

- toning, slight discolorations, and undulations to sheet; abrasions and nicks to frame.

Dimensions

- measures frame; plate measures 12.25" W x 10" H.

• Item not examined outside of mounting.

Item #

ITMGP75591