Description: Romare Bearden The Family Original Rare Signed Key Plate Etching Aquatint 1975. This is the third hand done key Plate Intaglio print that Romare created This Listing is for a Rare Original Hand Done Hand Signed #3 Key Plate Etching of Romare Bearden's The Famliy . "Based on a collage of varied papers, this etching is printed from multiple plates. The distinctive linear textures in the essential image are etched onto what is commonly referred to as the "key" plate; they result from Bearden's use of varied screens to create an intermediate photographic collage that then played a role in the creation of the printing plate, also using photographic techniques. The granular surfaces on additional plates result from the use of aquatint, an etching process that can imitate watercolor washes; these plates were used for the areas of color." THIS ITEM IS THE RARE HAND DONE HAND SIGNED #3 KEY PLATE ETCHINGS FROM THE SMALL LIMITED EDITION ROMARE DID . This Piece amongst Many other of Beardens works was featured in the book "The Art of Romare Bearden " By National Gallery of Art Washington check the pictures we have included for further detail . Item Measures 19 1/2in x 26in Item is in Near Mint Mint to Mint Condition (C9-C10) Hand signed and Numbered in pencil We grade our items according to the Iguide Universal 10-Point Grading Scale:C10 Mint - Investment quality. No perceptible flaws of any kind.C9 Near Mint - Investment quality. Minor flaw on an otherwise unused item.C8 Excellent - Investment quality. A few minor defects. Pin holes, small tears,etc.C7 Very Good to Excellent - Fine. Several defects. Still a nicely preserved item.C6 Very Good - The typical used item in average condition. Several defects.C5 Good to Very Good - A heavily-worn item.C4 Good - Below average but still suitable for display.C3 Fair - Heavily worn, but yet still complete.C2 Poor to Fair - An extremely worn, possibly even incomplete item.C1 Poor - The lowest grade, representing items in the lowest possible condition. Kept Flat, in a Smoke, Dust, and UV Light Free storage facility that has allowed the Etching Aquatint to retain its original brilliancy without any fading. Item is Not Reprint, Giclee Print Nor Ink Jet Print Nor Offset lithograph, Item is Original Bearden Signed Key Plate hand pulled Etching Aquatint 1975 Item will be shipped double tubed ( Item is wrapped around one tube in order to avoid kinks and any damage that might happen in handling; the second tube is on the outside for extra protection during shipping). Double tubing would cost extra, but we provide it free for our customers. Customer comments have shown they truly appreciate this free extra care. Or if Buyer wishes to setup other arrangements we are willing to do our best to work with them . *We also can ship Item Flat upon request . Following your purchase, please take a moment to leave us feedback - Thanks
Price: 12500 USD
Location: Pelham, New York
End Time: 2025-01-25T20:03:10.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Features: Signed
Region of Origin: New York, USA
Width (Inches): 26in
Production Technique: Etching
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Item Height: 20 in
Subject: Figures & Portraits
Size: Item Measures 19 1/2in x 26in
Materials: Paper
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Material: Paper
Height (Inches): 19 1/2in
Time Period Produced: 1970-1979
Image Orientation: Landscape
Date of Creation: 1975
Framing: Framed
Artist: Romare Bearden
Year of Production: 1975
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Style: post cubist figurative expressionism
Color: Sepia
Signed: Yes
Unit of Sale: artists proof
Theme: Cultures & Ethnicities
Type: Etching & Engraving
Original/Reproduction: Original