DONALD WITHERSTINE (American, 1896 - 1961) Original Signed Etching “Dunelands - Provincetown”
$275.00
Offered here is a beautiful original etching by well-listed artist Donald F. Witherstine Signed in the lower right and titled in the lower left, with the notation noting an edition of only 75 prints. This came from the estate of an avid collector of Provincetown art (see our other listings for more art from this collection). Image measures 5 x 6 inches, and framed measures 9.75 x 10.75 inches. Archivally framed, in excellent condition and ready to hang.
Biography:
Donald Frederick Witherstine was a prominent American etcher and woodcut artist renowned for his mastery of graphic art. He received his formal art education at Bradley College, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Witherstine furthered his studies in Provincetown under the guidance of George Elmer Browne, focusing on graphic art.
In the early 1930s, Witherstine embarked on a significant journey through Spain, Andorra, France, and Morocco, which greatly influenced his artistic style. His works, primarily paintings and prints inspired by his travels, gained recognition and were extensively exhibited in major art centers including Boston, Chicago, and New York.
Throughout his career, Witherstine was actively involved in the artistic community. He held memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Boston Arts Club and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Additionally, he served as a Director of the Provincetown Art Association, contributing to the development and promotion of the arts.
In 1947, Witherstine established Shore Studios in Provincetown, providing a platform for showcasing the works of notable American painters and printmakers. His legacy as a skilled artist and influential figure in the art world continues to be recognized for his dedication to graphic art and his contributions to the artistic community. He died in 1961.
Biography:
Donald Frederick Witherstine was a prominent American etcher and woodcut artist renowned for his mastery of graphic art. He received his formal art education at Bradley College, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Witherstine furthered his studies in Provincetown under the guidance of George Elmer Browne, focusing on graphic art.
In the early 1930s, Witherstine embarked on a significant journey through Spain, Andorra, France, and Morocco, which greatly influenced his artistic style. His works, primarily paintings and prints inspired by his travels, gained recognition and were extensively exhibited in major art centers including Boston, Chicago, and New York.
Throughout his career, Witherstine was actively involved in the artistic community. He held memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Boston Arts Club and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Additionally, he served as a Director of the Provincetown Art Association, contributing to the development and promotion of the arts.
In 1947, Witherstine established Shore Studios in Provincetown, providing a platform for showcasing the works of notable American painters and printmakers. His legacy as a skilled artist and influential figure in the art world continues to be recognized for his dedication to graphic art and his contributions to the artistic community. He died in 1961.
Offered here is a beautiful original etching by well-listed artist Donald F. Witherstine Signed in the lower right and titled in the lower left, with the notation noting an edition of only 75 prints. This came from the estate of an avid collector of Provincetown art (see our other listings for more art from this collection). Image measures 5 x 6 inches, and framed measures 9.75 x 10.75 inches. Archivally framed, in excellent condition and ready to hang.
Biography:
Donald Frederick Witherstine was a prominent American etcher and woodcut artist renowned for his mastery of graphic art. He received his formal art education at Bradley College, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Witherstine furthered his studies in Provincetown under the guidance of George Elmer Browne, focusing on graphic art.
In the early 1930s, Witherstine embarked on a significant journey through Spain, Andorra, France, and Morocco, which greatly influenced his artistic style. His works, primarily paintings and prints inspired by his travels, gained recognition and were extensively exhibited in major art centers including Boston, Chicago, and New York.
Throughout his career, Witherstine was actively involved in the artistic community. He held memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Boston Arts Club and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Additionally, he served as a Director of the Provincetown Art Association, contributing to the development and promotion of the arts.
In 1947, Witherstine established Shore Studios in Provincetown, providing a platform for showcasing the works of notable American painters and printmakers. His legacy as a skilled artist and influential figure in the art world continues to be recognized for his dedication to graphic art and his contributions to the artistic community. He died in 1961.
Biography:
Donald Frederick Witherstine was a prominent American etcher and woodcut artist renowned for his mastery of graphic art. He received his formal art education at Bradley College, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Witherstine furthered his studies in Provincetown under the guidance of George Elmer Browne, focusing on graphic art.
In the early 1930s, Witherstine embarked on a significant journey through Spain, Andorra, France, and Morocco, which greatly influenced his artistic style. His works, primarily paintings and prints inspired by his travels, gained recognition and were extensively exhibited in major art centers including Boston, Chicago, and New York.
Throughout his career, Witherstine was actively involved in the artistic community. He held memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Boston Arts Club and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Additionally, he served as a Director of the Provincetown Art Association, contributing to the development and promotion of the arts.
In 1947, Witherstine established Shore Studios in Provincetown, providing a platform for showcasing the works of notable American painters and printmakers. His legacy as a skilled artist and influential figure in the art world continues to be recognized for his dedication to graphic art and his contributions to the artistic community. He died in 1961.
Offered here is a beautiful original etching by well-listed artist Donald F. Witherstine Signed in the lower right and titled in the lower left, with the notation noting an edition of only 75 prints. This came from the estate of an avid collector of Provincetown art (see our other listings for more art from this collection). Image measures 5 x 6 inches, and framed measures 9.75 x 10.75 inches. Archivally framed, in excellent condition and ready to hang.
Biography:
Donald Frederick Witherstine was a prominent American etcher and woodcut artist renowned for his mastery of graphic art. He received his formal art education at Bradley College, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Witherstine furthered his studies in Provincetown under the guidance of George Elmer Browne, focusing on graphic art.
In the early 1930s, Witherstine embarked on a significant journey through Spain, Andorra, France, and Morocco, which greatly influenced his artistic style. His works, primarily paintings and prints inspired by his travels, gained recognition and were extensively exhibited in major art centers including Boston, Chicago, and New York.
Throughout his career, Witherstine was actively involved in the artistic community. He held memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Boston Arts Club and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Additionally, he served as a Director of the Provincetown Art Association, contributing to the development and promotion of the arts.
In 1947, Witherstine established Shore Studios in Provincetown, providing a platform for showcasing the works of notable American painters and printmakers. His legacy as a skilled artist and influential figure in the art world continues to be recognized for his dedication to graphic art and his contributions to the artistic community. He died in 1961.
Biography:
Donald Frederick Witherstine was a prominent American etcher and woodcut artist renowned for his mastery of graphic art. He received his formal art education at Bradley College, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Witherstine furthered his studies in Provincetown under the guidance of George Elmer Browne, focusing on graphic art.
In the early 1930s, Witherstine embarked on a significant journey through Spain, Andorra, France, and Morocco, which greatly influenced his artistic style. His works, primarily paintings and prints inspired by his travels, gained recognition and were extensively exhibited in major art centers including Boston, Chicago, and New York.
Throughout his career, Witherstine was actively involved in the artistic community. He held memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Boston Arts Club and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Additionally, he served as a Director of the Provincetown Art Association, contributing to the development and promotion of the arts.
In 1947, Witherstine established Shore Studios in Provincetown, providing a platform for showcasing the works of notable American painters and printmakers. His legacy as a skilled artist and influential figure in the art world continues to be recognized for his dedication to graphic art and his contributions to the artistic community. He died in 1961.