SLEEPING FAUN

Original 1878 5 3/4 inch x 5 1/8 inch engraving titled THE SLEEPING FAUN

The Sleeping Faun was created in 1865 in Rome, and was one of Hosmer’s most celebrated works.

Engraved by Edward William Stodart (1841 – 1914). Engraver.

From the statue by Harriet Goodhue Hosmer (1830 – 1908). Harriet Goodhue Hosmer was a neoclassical sculptor, considered the most distinguished female sculptor in America during the 19th century. She is known as the first female professional sculptor. Among other technical innovations, she pioneered a process for turning limestone into marble.

Published in the Art Journal by J.S. Virtue & Co. Ltd., London.

Page size 12 3/8 inch x 9 1/4 inch

The engraving is in very good condition. Reverse side blank.