RARE 1928 “The Etched Work of Sydney Long, A.R.E.” - Limited Edition #124/300 - Signed

An exceptional and highly collectible first edition catalogue raisonné documenting the complete etched works of renowned Australian artist Sydney Long, A.R.E. (Associate of the Royal Society of Painter-Etchers and Engravers).
Key Features:
∙ Limited Edition: Number 124 of only 300 copies printed
∙ Hand-signed by Sydney Long in ink on the limitation page
∙ Publisher: The Attic Press, 1928
∙ Editor: Dorothy Ellsmore Paul
∙ Binding: Quarter green cloth with decorative paper-covered boards featuring an original etched bird motif on the cover
∙ Complete catalogue of Sydney Long’s etchings with biographical essay and technical notes on etching processes
∙ Contains mounted etching reproductions including “Victorian Tower,” “The Old Mill,” “The Passing Storm,” and many other significant works
∙ Includes list of illustrations featuring landscapes from England and Australia
Condition: Good vintage condition considering age. Shows expected wear including foxing/age spotting throughout pages, some water staining visible on list of illustrations page, spine has vertical creasing/stress marks, covers show edge wear and soiling. Binding remains intact and sound. All pages present.
Historical Significance: Sydney Long (1871-1955) was one of Australia’s most important artists and printmakers. This catalogue represents the first comprehensive documentation of his etched work and is highly sought after by collectors of Australian art and fine prints.
Dimensions: 31x25.5cm (folio size)