
Limited Edition Etching of a Townscape titled 'Skipshone II'
This item is an original limited edition color etching featuring a coastal or European townscape, oriented vertically. The composition depicts a cluster of multi-story buildings and a prominent, needle-like church spire adjacent to a body of water, rendered in a muted palette of blues, grays, and earthy browns with pops of red and beige. The print is executed on a heavy, textured white art paper and is mounted within a clean, off-white window mat. Notably, the piece is pencil-signed by the artist in the lower right margin (signature appears to read 'C. Abel' or similar), titled 'Skipshone II' (or 'Skipshore II') in the lower center, and numbered '71/100' in the lower left margin, indicating it is an authentic part of a small limited edition run. The craftsmanship suggests an intaglio printing process, likely an etching with aquatint to achieve the soft tonal gradations in the sky and water. The architectural style hints at North European or Scandinavian influence, possibly from the late 20th century. The condition appears excellent with no visible foxing, staining, or sun-fading, though it has not been examined outside of the mat. The crispness of the plate mark and the vibrancy of the ink suggest high-quality professional studio production.
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Estimated Value
$450 - $650
Basic Information
Category
Fine Art Prints
Appraised On
April 6, 2026
Estimated Value
$450 - $650
Item Description
This item is an original limited edition color etching featuring a coastal or European townscape, oriented vertically. The composition depicts a cluster of multi-story buildings and a prominent, needle-like church spire adjacent to a body of water, rendered in a muted palette of blues, grays, and earthy browns with pops of red and beige. The print is executed on a heavy, textured white art paper and is mounted within a clean, off-white window mat. Notably, the piece is pencil-signed by the artist in the lower right margin (signature appears to read 'C. Abel' or similar), titled 'Skipshone II' (or 'Skipshore II') in the lower center, and numbered '71/100' in the lower left margin, indicating it is an authentic part of a small limited edition run. The craftsmanship suggests an intaglio printing process, likely an etching with aquatint to achieve the soft tonal gradations in the sky and water. The architectural style hints at North European or Scandinavian influence, possibly from the late 20th century. The condition appears excellent with no visible foxing, staining, or sun-fading, though it has not been examined outside of the mat. The crispness of the plate mark and the vibrancy of the ink suggest high-quality professional studio production.
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