Category Archives: Modern prints

Art of the Hunt

Posted on 30/09/2012 by ronald972

The two images which follow might stir emotions and feelings especially if you are an animal lover.  They present a sport that is no longer valued in this country or time.  Both  are by artist Samuel Howitt.  Samuel Howitt (1756-1822) … Continue reading →

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Art as Historical Perspective

Posted on 13/09/2012 by ronald972

Here is a lithograph which I picked up recently. No signature, no date, no identifying marks at all. So, why talk about this picture. Well. It could be up to 200 years old since lithography was developed in 1796 or … Continue reading →

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Art of Advertising

Posted on 20/08/2012 by ronald972

I did something today, which I do not often do.  As I was acquiring items for my work I stopped and did a quick shop for art works.  And I purchased something which, for me, is odd.  I have no … Continue reading →

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