Original signed etching by Arthur Spencer depicting the West Front of York Minster.

An attractive architectural etching with fine detail, signed in pencil by Arthur Spencer beneath the image and presented mounted in a vintage glazed frame.

The original label to the reverse describes the work as an “Original Etching (Signed Artist’s Proof)” by Arthur Spencer – York Minster, West Front. The etching itself is pencil signed by the artist; no separate artist’s proof inscription or edition number has been identified on the visible sheet.

The reverse also retains an original Hurworth & Son, The Art Shop, 36 Petergate, York label.

Details:

• Artist: Arthur Spencer
• Subject: York Minster, West Front
• Medium: Original etching on paper
• Signed: Yes, pencil signed by the artist
• Framed and mounted
• Original period labels retained to reverse

Condition: Good vintage condition for its age. The etching displays well, with age-related toning, discolouration and some light marks to the paper and mount. The mount has more noticeable age toning/staining, and the vintage frame shows general surface wear consistent with age. Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

A characterful original British architectural etching with particular appeal to collectors of York, York Minster, British printmaking and historic architectural views.