George Frederic Watts Print Love and Death

Collectibles : Decorative Arts : Print : George Frederic Watts : Love And Death : By Period Style : Victorian : Art Nouveau : Pre Ralphaelite : Picture Frame : Portrait : Mythological

 

A nice antique print based on the painting of George Frederick Watts (Born 1817-Died 1904). The print is a depiction of his painting titled "Love and Death", it was one of Watts most discussed paintings during his lifetime. The painting treats the taboo subject of death with a poignant sensitivity. While Love defends the entrance to the House of Life, Death inevitably advances. Watts started the painting in 1885 and completed it in 1897. This lovely print is sepia toned and in its original wood frame. It is complete with old glass, the framers label and a newer label with the title and artist listed. Overall dimensions are 10 1/4" x 5 1/8" including the frame. The framers label is from New York and bears the name "M. Kantrowich". The print is in very good overall condition. There is one tiny spec of paper under the glass but it is an extra bit not part of the print. The print would make a lovely addition to a fine art collection.

Item ID: 001388