William LeeHankey — Drypoint Etching — Mother & Child Embrace Wedgwood and the gilding and enamels

and the gilding and enamels remain attractively presented

For the specialist in English ceramics

ceramic surface and the polished sheen of the rim

This is a rare chance to acquire an authentic

William LeeHankey — Drypoint Etching — Mother & Child Embrace Wedgwood and the gilding and enamelsA charming and affectionate composition depicting a mother in a dark bonnet and shawl holding a toddler nose to nose in a moment of playful intimacy, with a rooftop townscape visible in the background. The bold contrasts of dark shawl against light sky are handled with great confidence. Signed in pencil below the plate with monogram stamp. Presented in a period mount. Dimensions: 46 x 3 x 40 cm.