19th century Philadelphia etchings, 1850-1870.

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19th century Philadelphia etchings, 1850-1870.

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A group of seven etchings created by prominent Philadelphia engravers, John and Samuel Sartain, and by Edward S. Best. The techniques employed include a mix of 19th century techniques including mezzotint, aquatint, and stippling. The etchings recreate the works of several prominent 18th-19th cent. Philadelphia painters, Benjamin West and Christian Schussele.

7 sheets.

Temple University Libraries, Paley Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6798199

Temple University Libraries, Paley Library

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Best, Edward (British enameler, born ca. 1754)

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Schussele, Christian, 1826?-1879

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Sartain, John, 1808-1897

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Engraver, portrait and miniature painter John Sartain was born in London in 1808 and moved to the United States in 1830 after a seven year apprenticeship to London engraver John Swaine. Besides his banknote and portrait engraving, Sartain was noted for his magazine engravings. In 1849 he began his own magazine, entitled Sartain's Union Magazine of Letters and Art, but ceased its publication three years later due to financial troubles. Sartain was also the director of the Pennsylvania Academy of ...

West, Benjamin, 1738-1820

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American-born artist who was a charter member of the Royal Academy. From the description of ADS, 1819 November 12 : Kings Warehouse Customs, London. (Copley Press, J S Copley Library). WorldCat record id: 16853753 American historical painter. From the description of Autograph letter signed : London, to "Sir", a gentleman with whose family his "friend and Relation Joshua Gilpin" is forming a connection in marriage, 1800 Jun. 10. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 2705...

Bradley (William M.) and Bro., Philadelphia.

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Sartain, Samuel, 1830-1906

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