Roland H. Clark, “Gunner’s Dawn,” New York, 1937, First Ed Roland H. Clark (1874-1957) – American

Roland H. Clark, “Gunner’s Dawn,” New York, 1937, First Ed
Roland H. Clark (1874-1957) – American wildlife artist
“Gunner’s Dawn.” New York: The Derrydale Press, 1937. First edition. 125 pp.
Number 41 from a deluxe edition of 50 copies
Signed by Clark on the half-title page.
Etching frontispiece “The Vanguard” signed by Clark and hand colored
Includes numerous plates, five in color and many in black-and-white
Biscotti p. 85; Frazier C-6-D; Siegel 118
Provenance: Ex-Libris John T. Pratt, Jr. on front pastedown
Octavo (262 x 197 mm); ¾ brown morocco over marble boards with matching endpapers, gilt-stamped and lettered spine with five raised bands separating hunting imagery, top edge gilt, some pages uncut
Very good condition
Estimate: $6,000

Roland H. Clark (American, 1874-1957)

Clark is known for his oiling paintings of sporting scenes and wildlife. He weas raised in the marshlands of the Long Island Sound where he hunted waterfowl and had the opportunity to study under J. Carroll Beckwith at the Art Students League. By the suggestion of art dealer Philip Suval, Clark began experimenting with drypoint – which soon became his principal medium. Clark alternated itme in his studio with extensive traveling on hunting and shooting trips. Clark went on to publish several books discussing his experiences and incorporating his artwork. In 1938, Clark was selected to create a Federal Duck Stamp Design.

Condition

A few leafs with heavy foxing along the corners, but otherwise very bright and clean. In overall very good condition.

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Roland H. Clark (1874-1957) – American wildlife artist
“Gunner’s Dawn.” New York: The Derrydale Press, 1937. First edition. 125 pp.
Number 41 from a deluxe edition of 50 copies
Signed by Clark on the half-title page.
Etching frontispiece “The Vanguard” signed by Clark and hand colored
Includes numerous plates, five in color and many in black-and-white
Biscotti p. 85; Frazier C-6-D; Siegel 118
Provenance: Ex-Libris John T. Pratt, Jr. on front pastedown
Octavo (262 x 197 mm); ¾ brown morocco over marble boards with matching endpapers, gilt-stamped and lettered spine with five raised bands separating hunting imagery, top edge gilt, some pages uncut
Very good condition
Estimate: $6,000

Roland H. Clark (American, 1874-1957)

Clark is known for his oiling paintings of sporting scenes and wildlife. He weas raised in the marshlands of the Long Island Sound where he hunted waterfowl and had the opportunity to study under J. Carroll Beckwith at the Art Students League. By the suggestion of art dealer Philip Suval, Clark began experimenting with drypoint – which soon became his principal medium. Clark alternated itme in his studio with extensive traveling on hunting and shooting trips. Clark went on to publish several books discussing his experiences and incorporating his artwork. In 1938, Clark was selected to create a Federal Duck Stamp Design.

Condition

A few leafs with heavy foxing along the corners, but otherwise very bright and clean. In overall very good condition.

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