American artist Hassam (1859–1935), remembered mainly as an Impressionist, turned from painting to printmaking late in his career. The 94 representative etchings, drypoints, and lithographs in this handsome collection display the genteel urban middle class (primarily New York City), New England waterfronts and harbors, and the artist's Long Island summer retreat. Dover (2003) retitled republication of 94 Prints by Childe Hassam, originally published by Dover Publications, Inc., 1980.
Etchings of James McNeill Whistler by James McNeill Whistler, Maria Naylor 149 outstanding black-and-white etchings and drypoint, most in their original size. Popular individual prints include "Portrait of Whistler," "Old Battersea Bridge," "Nocturne," plus complete French set, Thames set, and two Venice sets.
The Vibrant Metropolis: 88 Lithographs by George W. Bellows, Carol Belanger Grafton Brilliantly executed, richly evocative works by one of the most popular American artists of the early 20th century include Nude in a Bed, Evening, In the Subway, Dempsey Through the Ropes, and Base Hospital.
American Drawings and Prints: From Benjamin West to Edward Hopper by Evan Bates This handsome retrospective offers an affordable treasury of works by the nation's best and most popular artists, including Copley, Whistler, Eakins, Benton, Wood, and many others. 90 black-and-white illustrations.
Pennell’s New York Etchings: 90 Prints by Joseph Pennell Sensitive, impressionistic etchings of New York in first quarter of 20th century. Skyscrapers, churches, bridges, parks, railroads, much more. Deceptively casual etchings by major illustrator, disciple of Whistler.
A History of Engraving and Etching by Arthur M. Hind British Museum Keeper of Prints offers complete history, 15th-century to 1914; accomplishments, influences, artistic merit. 111 illustrations. Chapters include: The Earliest Engravers, The Great Masters of Engraving, The Decline of Original Engraving, and more.
