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John Taylor Arms Old Rouen Etching 1927 Gothic Street Scene Signed

$1,200
£907.31
€1,062.27
CA$1,707.30
A$1,736.64
CHF 996.65
MX$20,876.43
NOK 11,625.92
SEK 11,735.37
DKK 7,941.41

About the Item

A finely executed original etching titled Old Rouen by acclaimed American master etcher John Taylor Arms, dated 1927 and signed in pencil beneath the plate. This evocative composition captures a narrow medieval street in Rouen, France, rendered with Arms’ signature precision and extraordinary architectural detail. The scene is rich with Gothic character—timbered façades, pitched rooftops, and a dramatic passageway drawing the viewer inward—demonstrating the artist’s mastery of line, shadow, and perspective. Arms is widely regarded as one of the foremost American etchers of European architectural subjects, and his works are held in major museum collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. His finely detailed engravings of historic streets and structures remain highly sought after by collectors and designers alike. Printed on laid paper with generous margins, this impression presents beautifully and is ideal for traditional, English Country, or Old World interiors. A sophisticated addition to any curated wall or library setting.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.26 mm)
  • Style:
    Gothic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Etched
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1927
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good Original Condition.
  • Seller Location:
    W Allenhurst, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7349249654942

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