SULPIS Emile
FICHE 11579
(1856 - 1943)
A lady
Drypoint
1916
A nice impression on Japan paper, signed in pencil lower right, numbered 3/16 lower left, dated upper right, 2nd state.
Aside to his interpretation's work, Emile Sulpis shows his times in a series of small original intimate prints. The female figure holds a central place: bathing scenes, languid models, sports and domestic activities are recurring subjects in his paper work. In view of he annotations in the margins, it is a personal production, probably not intended for the public. Emil Sulpis worked on different engraving processes, in a "print's kitchen" combining several techniques and multiplying the states.
Plate: 105 x 80 mm.
Sheet: 250 x 160 mm.
Condition: very slight light-staining and very soft foxmarks.
