Title: Elephant
Artist: Susan James
About This Piece:
This striking etching depicts a magnificent African elephant partially concealed within dense foliage. Rendered in the warm, earthy sepia tones characteristic of the process, this piece holds particular historical significance for the artist, Susan James: it is the second edition she ever produced, created in 1987, just one year after she first learned the intaglio etching technique. The composition captures the elephant's immense presence and textured skin through the fine, delicate lines of the etching process, while the surrounding jungle environment is suggested through varied marks and tones. This early work showcases James's rapid mastery of the medium, highlighting her talent for translating the powerful form of the animal into a detailed and evocative print.
Medium: Hand-drawn line etching
Printmaking Process: hand-printed intaglio etching
Ink/Paper Combination: Sepia ink printed on Rives BFK paper.
Image Size: 4 x 5 inches
Paper Size: 7 x 7 inches
Edition Start Date: 1987
Edition Size: No more than 100 original prints plus 10 Artist Proofs.
All prints are signed, numbered, and titled in graphite pencil by the artist. All images come with a Certificate of Authenticity, which includes the artist’s signature, a detailed description of the edition, and the Passerina Press seal embossed on gold seal in right-side corner.
Edition Number of This Piece: 26/100
Mat and Frame Description: 8-ply ivory colored mat mounted over print margins, revealing the characteristic embossing of the intaglio plate. Surrounding frame is walnut stained hardwood. Frame and mat combination chosen to harmonize with antique vibe of the printmaking process.
Outer Frame Dimensions: Approximately 13 x 12 inches
Title: Elephant
Artist: Susan James
About This Piece:
This striking etching depicts a magnificent African elephant partially concealed within dense foliage. Rendered in the warm, earthy sepia tones characteristic of the process, this piece holds particular historical significance for the artist, Susan James: it is the second edition she ever produced, created in 1987, just one year after she first learned the intaglio etching technique. The composition captures the elephant's immense presence and textured skin through the fine, delicate lines of the etching process, while the surrounding jungle environment is suggested through varied marks and tones. This early work showcases James's rapid mastery of the medium, highlighting her talent for translating the powerful form of the animal into a detailed and evocative print.
Medium: Hand-drawn line etching
Printmaking Process: hand-printed intaglio etching
Ink/Paper Combination: Sepia ink printed on Rives BFK paper.
Image Size: 4 x 5 inches
Paper Size: 7 x 7 inches
Edition Start Date: 1987
Edition Size: No more than 100 original prints plus 10 Artist Proofs.
All prints are signed, numbered, and titled in graphite pencil by the artist. All images come with a Certificate of Authenticity, which includes the artist’s signature, a detailed description of the edition, and the Passerina Press seal embossed on gold seal in right-side corner.
Edition Number of This Piece: 26/100
Mat and Frame Description: 8-ply ivory colored mat mounted over print margins, revealing the characteristic embossing of the intaglio plate. Surrounding frame is walnut stained hardwood. Frame and mat combination chosen to harmonize with antique vibe of the printmaking process.
Outer Frame Dimensions: Approximately 13 x 12 inches
