Louis John Rhead - Read The Sun - 1900s
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A framed reverse-glass painting reproducing Louis John Rhead’s 1895 “Read The Sun” advertising design, measuring 59 × 42 cm and in condition A- with tiny imperfections.
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Painting on glass (reverse glass painting) based on a design by Louis John Rhead (British 1857-1926), an advertisement piece for British newspaper The Sun. Original design from 1895.
He created various designs in the 19th and early 20th century in Art Nouveau style for this newspaper.
He produced numerous posters and worked in America, Paris and London.
The Sun may refer to the British newspaper, but also to The New York Sun. In that case the original was produced in the United States.
Louis John Rhead was in his time a renowned poster designer. Original prints from 1895-1900 can be found in various museums.
This listing concerns a faithful copy of the original. A painting on the back of the glass, intended as decoration in a cafe, restaurant, etc. Maker unknown.
The object is in good condition although the frame shows some (normal) signs of use.
The last 2 photos are of the backside.
Age unknown. The frame seems to date to the 1930s. Unique object in bright colors, still in its original frame.
Magnificent decorative piece
Dimensions (frame) 59x42 cm
Ships insured with tracking.
Painting on glass (reverse glass painting) based on a design by Louis John Rhead (British 1857-1926), an advertisement piece for British newspaper The Sun. Original design from 1895.
He created various designs in the 19th and early 20th century in Art Nouveau style for this newspaper.
He produced numerous posters and worked in America, Paris and London.
The Sun may refer to the British newspaper, but also to The New York Sun. In that case the original was produced in the United States.
Louis John Rhead was in his time a renowned poster designer. Original prints from 1895-1900 can be found in various museums.
This listing concerns a faithful copy of the original. A painting on the back of the glass, intended as decoration in a cafe, restaurant, etc. Maker unknown.
The object is in good condition although the frame shows some (normal) signs of use.
The last 2 photos are of the backside.
Age unknown. The frame seems to date to the 1930s. Unique object in bright colors, still in its original frame.
Magnificent decorative piece
Dimensions (frame) 59x42 cm
Ships insured with tracking.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Designer/artist
Louis John Rhead
Poster title
Read The Sun
Subject
Advertising, Vintage
Estimated period
1900s
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
A- (fine - tiny imperfections)
Number of objects
1
Height
59 cm
Width
42 cm
Autographed by a famous person
No
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