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American Arts And Crafts Antique Pyrography Kingsley Portrait After Rembrandt
$2,800
£2,126.83
€2,450.83
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CHF 2,297.39
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About the Item
A sensitive and superb antique Arts and crafts pyrography portrait of a Rembrandt gentleman.
This is a beautiful hand incised image “After Rembrandt” hand created by Norman Kingsley and signed/dated NWK June 1899 on reverse.
It is all hand incised and hand stained. It details a subject image after Rembrandt which Kingsley specialized.
Dimensions: 21.5″ high and is 17.75 inches wide.
Handmade, hand stained and hand burned using pyrographic techniques
Provenance: New England collection.
About Norman Kingsley (1829-1913).
He was a prominent dentist in New Jersey and his body of artisan work includes some 10-15 different hand incised portraits. These include images of original Rembrandt paintings and drawings. His works rarely reach the marketplace.
History of the Pyrography:
py·rog·ra·phy, a noun, is the art or technique of decorating wood or leather by burning a design on the surface with a heated metallic point. Pyrography was particular popular in America and Europe during the last quarter of the 19th century and first quarter of the 20th century.
We will be offering more important high quality Folk Art and pyrography works of art in the near future.
We have been collecting and dealing in authentic American Folk Art and pyrography works of art for more than thirty years.
Our president has authored informative articles on collecting pyrography and has amassed what is believed to be internationally the largest and finest collection of pyrographic folk art which is now being de-accesssioned.
History of the Pyrography and Authoritative Article:
py·rog·ra·phy is the art or technique of decorating wood or leather by burning a design on the surface with a heated metallic point. Pyrography was particular popular during the last quarter of the 19th century and first quarter of the 20th century
Pyrography: Embers of Expression in Global Decorative Arts
Pyrography—the art of burning designs into wood or other materials—has
existed as a form of creative expression across continents for millennia. Often
overlooked in the canon of decorative arts, pyrography reached its zenith
during the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries,
when it flourished as a refined craft celebrated for its blend of artistry,
functionality, and natural materials. This article traces pyrographyʼs evolution
from ancient utilitarian origins to its golden age in America and Europe,
highlighting its global diversity and enduring aesthetic value.
The Burnt Line as Artistic Language
Pyrography, from the Greek pur (fire) and graphos (writing), literally means
“writing with fire.” Its practice involves using heated tools to burn images or
text into organic surfaces such as wood, leather, gourd, or even paper. While
itstechnical methods are simple, its expressive potential is vast. Found in
early tribal artifacts, medieval religious objects, and later Arts and Crafts
decorative panels, pyrography has emerged as a timeless and transnational
medium.
Pyrography in the Arts and Crafts Movement
The Western rediscovery and elevation of pyrography occurred during the late
19th century, spurred by the ideals of the Arts and Crafts Movement. In an era
reacting against industrialization, artisans and reformers like William Morris
advocated for handmade, nature-inspired works using traditional craft
techniques. In America, this philosophy inspired a wave of amateur and
professional pyrographers, particularly women, who turned to the craft as a
respectable artistic outlet. Pyrography became a popular medium for
decorating household items: glove boxes, furniture, picture frames, plaques,
and even full-sized cabinet panels.
The development of commercial pyrography tools such as the “Poker Work
Machine” in Europe and “Pyrography Pen” kits in America made the art
more accessible to middle- class artisans. Magazines, pattern books, and
instructional manuals encouraged this home-based artistic production,
often blending botanical, Art Nouveau, and Japonese design motifs.
We will be offering more important high quality Arts And Crafts Pyrographic works of art in the near future.
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- Dimensions:Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1.02 cm)
- Style:Arts and Crafts (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
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- Date of Manufacture:1899
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:South Burlington, VT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1289246473632
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