Title: The Pirate By illustrator N.C. Wyeth Contemporary Print On Canvas
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Period: 20th Century
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Condition: Museum Quality
Item Date: 1928
Item ID: 3442
This is a fine art giclée on canvas reproduced from the original oil painting commissioned by illustrator/artist N.C. Wyeth for a client. It is a very rare contemporary print on canvas, part of a limited edition of only 300. N.C. Wyeth, a renowned illustrator, left an indelible mark on the world of art through his prolific career. Born in 1882, Wyeth gained fame for his vivid and dynamic illustrations that graced the pages of numerous books and magazines. His journey as an illustrator reached new heights when he received a commission to create an original oil painting for a client. This particular artwork was later reproduced as a fine art giclée on canvas, showcasing Wyeth's exceptional talent in a contemporary print format. The limited edition of only 300 prints adds to the rarity of this piece, making it a coveted gem for art enthusiasts. N.C. Wyeth's legacy lives on through his impactful contributions to the field of illustration, leaving behind a rich tapestry of visual storytelling. A giclée is an inkjet-based digital print used as fine art. The name was initially coined to distinguish the fine art prints created on Iris printers from the commonly known industrial "Iris proofs." The term was first applied to prints produced on Iris printers in a process invented in the early 1990s. Over time, it has evolved to refer to any high-quality inkjet print and is often used in galleries and print shops to denote such prints.
N.C. Wyeth's illustration career in the realm of book illustrations is marked by a remarkable fusion of artistic skill and storytelling prowess. Wyeth became a prominent figure in the early 20th century, illustrating classic literature and adventure tales with a distinctive style that captured the imagination of readers. His illustrations adorned the pages of timeless works such as Robert Louis Stevenson's "Treasure Island," James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans," and numerous other literary classics. Wyeth's ability to breathe life into characters and scenes through his vivid and dynamic paintings elevated the storytelling experience. His illustrations not only complemented the narrative but became integral to the visual identity of these literary masterpieces. N.C. Wyeth's contributions to book illustration not only left an enduring impact on the publishing world but also established him as a trailblazer in the art of visual storytelling within the context of literature.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/N.C._Wyeth
Newell Convers Wyeth (October 22, 1882 – October 19, 1945), known as N.C. Wyeth, was an American artist and illustrator. He was the star pupil of artist Howard Pyle and became one of America's greatest illustrators.
During his lifetime, Wyeth created over 3,000 paintings and illustrated 112 books,25 of them for Scribner's, which is the work for which he is best-known.
Wyeth was a realist painter just as the camera and photography began to compete with his craft. Sometimes seen as melodramatic, his illustrations were designed to be understood quickly. Wyeth, who was both a painter and an illustrator, understood the difference, and said in 1908, "Painting and illustration cannot be mixed—one cannot merge from one into the other.
