141: JOHN COSTIN (BORN 1956) ARTIST PROOF ETCHING WITH COLOR

John Costin (Florida, Born 1956)
Wild Turkey
The striking image, created utilizing multiple oversized plates (a difficult process in itself) and then hand-painted, is signed by the artist in pencil lower right and titled lower left. The edition is inscribed center below the image as number 18 from 25 exclusive artist's proofs that were printed aside from and prior to the main edition of 250 prints.

According to the artist's website, ''The plates are hand-printed with black ink then all the colors are hand painted with transparent watercolor making each piece unique!'' The rag paper and inks used are of the highest quality available.

The final result is an amazing effect that falls on the eye with an almost hologram effect.
Image measures 33 x 24 with a framed size of 48.25 x 38 inches.
Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet with deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, stain, punctures, tears or repair; framed to archival standards in acid free mounts.
$400 - $600