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John Buckland-Wright
The Bathers, Wood-Engraving Drawing Lithograph by John Buckland-Wright

1936

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£2,885.43
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CA$5,309.15
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John Buckland-Wright, "Baigneuses" – Elegant Lithograph Print This stunning lithograph print by acclaimed British artist John Buckland-Wright (1897–1954) showcases his remarkable command of wood-engraving and ink drawing techniques. Signed, dated, titled, and numbered in pencil along the margin, the rare piece also bears the artist's monogram within the scene itself, located at the upper right corner. A sublime representation of nude bathers, the composition is rich with luxuriant detail and imbued with subtle Cubist influences. Buckland-Wright's sensitivity to form and movement is on full display, offering a compelling balance between abstraction and naturalism. Originally engraved for the Album de La Gravure Originale Belge and printed by Pichon, this impression is numbered 10 from a limited edition of 65. With generous margins and exceptional preservation, it stands as a superb example of Buckland-Wright's figurative artistry and craftsmanship in printmaking. Elegantly housed in a contemporary wood frame with an ivory-toned matte and protected by acrylic glass, the presentation enhances the artwork's timeless appeal. Dimensions: With frame: 17.50 in wide (44.5 cm) by 20.50 in high (52 cm) Opening view: 7.69 in wide (19.5 cm) by 10.63 in high (27 cm). Reference: Biography of John Buckland-Wright (1897–1954) Born in Dunedin, New Zealand, on December 3, 1897, John Buckland-Wright relocated to England in 1908. He pursued history at Oxford and architecture in London, though his true passion ultimately led him to a career in the arts. By 1921, he had settled in Belgium and, four years later, was elected a member of the Gravure Originale Belge. Throughout the 1930s, Buckland-Wright lived and worked in Paris, mounting solo exhibitions across London and continental Europe. His distinct "JBW" monogram remains a hallmark of his work. His art is represented in several major British institutions, including the Victoria and Albert Museum, the British Museum, the National Gallery, and the Tate Modern Museum. Numerous European and American museums and galleries also hold his pieces in their permanent collections. Celebrated for his mastery of printmaking and an elegant, flowing line, Buckland-Wright became a revered educator following World War II. He taught at the Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts in 1948 and at the Slade School of Fine Art from 1953—the same year his influential book Etching and Engraving: Techniques and the Modern Trend was published. Over the course of his career, he illustrated more than 50 books. Buckland-Wright passed away on September 27, 1954, leaving behind a rich legacy of artistic achievement and innovation in the graphic arts.
  • Creator:
    John Buckland-Wright (1897 - 1954, English)
  • Creation Year:
    1936
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 6N008CFAHCG1stDibs: LU1212216701682

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