Bertha Jaques 1920 hand colored etching “Sweet Briar” 1/65 pencil signed & titled
1920 hand-colored etching “Sweet Briar”, numbered 1/65 pencil signed & titled by Bertha Evelyn Jaques (October 24, 1863 – March 30, 1941). Framed and matted. Etching is 9” x 13”. Frame is 14.25” x 18.25”.
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Hello Kimberly,
Thank you for your appraisal inquiry with Mearto. The item presented appears to be a color etching with aquatint by Bertha Jaques (1863 – 1941) titled "Sweet Briar." The intaglio print appears to be signed, titled, and numbered 1 of an edition of 65, measuring 9” x 13”. The first printing of the edition is typically the most valuable of the edition run as it is typically the best impression.
The estimate provided is based on recent auction estimates and results of this work and other comparable color etchings by Jaques, in a similar size and depiction. The estimate is contingent on a full condition report. Please note asking or dealer prices may vary. Thank you and please take care.
