Edition Documentation
Print Edition Record Number 46 / Art Inventory Number SG-848
Artist: Spence Guerin
Title: Washingtonian Palm
Date: 1992
Medium: Woodcut
Paper: Tableau 15 x 7"
Image: 12 x 3.25"
Ink: Unidentified etching/relief inks
ABOUT THIS PRINT
Washingtonian Palm is native to Mexico but often found planted in Florida, thanks to its tall, stately appearance. Five unique impressions were printed as monoprints. See also SG--844,845, 846, 847.
PROCESS DESCRIPTION
For each impression, two woodblocks were employed. One carved for black image of the palm. Second block was background color and was sometimes printed multiple times with different colors. Often overprinted on black palm image.
EDITION RECORD
Monoprint 1/1 - Background: pale transparent umber-yellow ochre with touch of pale blue-green.
Hand printed by: The Artist
Printed in Melbourne, Florida, studio
- Subject Matter: Palm