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It is likely that Irving Wiles first worked in monotype while studying under William Merritt Chase at the New York School of Art. His monotypes are rare. Only three are known to exist.
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IRVING RAMSEY WILES (1861-1948)
The Artist Making a Monotype
monotype, circa 1890-1900, on China paper, inscribed 'monotype', with margins, a skinned spot and attendant pale stain at bottom, several printer's creases in the margins, one affecting the image at top, otherwise in good condition
L. 4 1/4 x 6 1/8in. (108 x 155mm.)
The Artist Making a Monotype
monotype, circa 1890-1900, on China paper, inscribed 'monotype', with margins, a skinned spot and attendant pale stain at bottom, several printer's creases in the margins, one affecting the image at top, otherwise in good condition
L. 4 1/4 x 6 1/8in. (108 x 155mm.)