Torcello II

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An original etching and aquatint from two plates on velin Rives wove paper from the portfolio Six Etchings (Lafranca 65, 86, 90, 97, 102 and 126 / Cristea 138-14). Signed Ben Nicho lson in pencil, dated 1968 and numbered from the limited edition of 50 (there were also 6 artist's proofs). Printed by LaFranca, Locarno, Switzerland with their blindstamp lower left, and published by Editions Lafranca, Locarno. Referenced in Lafranca, 90, and Cristea, 139. In excellent condition with full margins, rarely removed from the portfolio and never framed. A gorgeous Ben Nicholson depiction of this Italian / Venetian lagoon, with the plate tone adding a special dimension to the work. Show more