Tipping the abstemious printer [with] drunken printer. Woodblocks
McCurdy, Michael
From Antipodean Books, Maps & Prints, ABAA, Garrison, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 17 September 1998
From Antipodean Books, Maps & Prints, ABAA, Garrison, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 17 September 1998
About this Item
Two engravings by Michael McCurdy, mounted for presentation. The upper print depicting a bespectacled printer seated in his neat and orderly workshop, receiving a Christmas tip from a well dressed couple. The print below depicting a printer in his cups, kicking over his press to the consternation of his fellow workers. McCurdy (1942 - 2016) was a noted American author and illustrator, recognized for his trademark b&w woodblock engravings. He was also the founder of Penmaen Press in Boston. A fine copy handsomely mounted for presentation in a large maroon mat by a New York literary agent, with printed title on verso. Each print approx. 5 x 5", mat 16 x 19 1/2". Seller Inventory # 26157
Bibliographic Details
Title: Tipping the abstemious printer [with] ...
Publisher: Penmaen Press, Great Barrington, MA
Publication Date: 1984
Condition: Very good + condition
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