Description

Description: This is a classic Nankivell etching, expertly depicting the architectural richness of New York City along with its humanity… a child is riding a tricycle while a mom ties her child’s shoe.

The print is inscribed in graphite: “To Janet with love and best wishes from Edith”, as well as, titled and signed at the lower margin.

Edith Nankivell (1896-1962) was born in New York City and had as her mentor, her father, Frank Nankivell, a prominent Australian artist. She is most known for her architectural prints of New York City buildings and bridges. Her works are in the collections of numerous notable institutions, including: the New York Historical Society, Metropolitan Museum of Art, etc.

Platemark: 11 1/4″ x 7 1/2″ on a sheet of wove paper which measures: 13″ x 9 1/4″. Item #PR00427

Condition: Toned, esp. at former mat window opening, mounting tape remnants on verso.