William Harnett (after)
The Old Violin
Donaldson Art Sign Co., Covington, Kentucky: c. 1890s
Chromolithograph on paper
24 x 35.5 inches
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The Old Violin
After William Harnett, c. 1890s
After William Harnett, c. 1890s
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"The public was fascinated by The Old Violin, the somber trompe l'oeil still life created by William Harnett in 1886. People would reach out to touch the violin or try to grasp the envelope to determine if the objects were real or painted. Thanks to a widely distributed chromolithograph, The Old Violin would become an icon of American art, inspiring a group of illusionist painters-including John F. Peto-to make their own versions" (National Gallery of Art web site).
Inscribed: Entered According to Act of Congress in the Year 18[??] By the Donaldson Art Sign Co. Publishers, Cov. KY.