Walter Ernest Tittle. 1883-1969.
James McBey. 1931. Drypoint. 8 7/8 x 5 7/8 (sheet 11 1/2 x 9). Illustrated: Contemporary American Etching, American Art Dealers Association, New York, 1930. An extremely rich impression with drypoint burr, printed by the artist on cream wove paper. Signed in the plate lower left: "Walter Tittle / London." Signed and annotated 'imp' in pencil. $400.
James McBey (1883-1959) was a self-taught Scottish etcher, watercolorist and painter whose prints were highly valued during the later stages of the etching revival in the early 20th century. He was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by Aberdeen University.
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