The Century. For September. First edition of the poster.

Edwards, George Wharton (1859 -1950)

Published by New York: The Century Co., circa 1895

About this Item

Color lithograph poster. 50 x 35cm. Mounted on a support sheet. Rich color.George Wharton Edwards: A prominent American painter, illustrator, writer and lithographic artist, George Wharton Edwards studied art in Antwerp and in Paris. Edwards first gained serious recognition in his native country during that amazing American phenomenon, the Art Nouveau decade, which reached its highest point of popularity from 1894 to 1896. The "Century Magazine" produced some of the greatest lithographic Art Nouveau posters during these years. The Century Company commissioned original graphic art from such great masters as Louis John Rhead, Eugene Grassett, Edward Penfield, George Wharton Edwards and others. Later (from 1898 to 1903) George Wharton Edwards became the head of the Art Department for Collier's Magazine and was therefore responsible for many of the fine illustrations of Maxfield Parrish, Remington, Jessie Willcox Smith and others. He also wrote and illustrated many fine books, most dealing with European scenery. Throughout his illustrious career he received many honours for his murals, paintings, posters and illustrations, including the "Legion d' Honneur", in France, and the "Royal Order of the Knight Chevalier", from the King of Spain. Seller Inventory # 51-5473

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Century. For September. First edition of...

Publisher: New York: The Century Co., circa 1895

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Good