Michael Rothenstein Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Michael Rothenstein Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 26, 2024
Â§ MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN, R.A. (BRITISH, 1908-1993)
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Â§ MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN, R.A. (BRITISH, 1908-1993) MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN, R.A (BRITISH, 1908-1993) House with Plants signed and dated 'Michael Rothenstein/1946' (lower right) watercolour and ink 36.2 x 48.3 cm. (14 1/4 x 19 in.) Provenance F.R.S. Yorke Their sale; Christie's, London, The Poetry of Crisis; The Peter Nahum Collection of British Surrealist and Avant-Garde Art 1930-1951, 15 November 2006, lot 236, where purchased by the family of the present owners Exhibited London, Barbican Gallery, A Paradise Lost, May-Jul 1987, no.286 Chichester, Tudor Room of the Bishop's Palace, Farm, Field and Fantasy: Visions of the English Countryside from the 18th Century to the Present Day, July 1989, no.42
Chiswick Auctions
Nov. 21, 2024
Michael Rothenstein RA, Two Black Forms, 1953
Est: £700 - £1,000
Michael Rothenstein RA, British 1903-1993, Two Black Forms, 1953; colour aquatint on wove, signed in pencil and numbered 2/35, image: 30 x 42.5 cm, (framed) (ARR) Provenance: Redfern Gallery 1953 Gwen Hughes Fine Art, London
Roseberys
Oct. 17, 2024
§ MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN RA (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £500
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN RA (BRITISH 1908-1993) A Last Goodbye to the Face of Darling Marilyn 2017 signed and inscribed AP in pencil an artist's proof aside from the edition of 50 screenprint in colours on wove sheet 79 x 58cm unframed ARR
Chiswick Auctions
Oct. 16, 2024
Rothenstein (Michael, 1908-1993). RIP 1, 1967
Est: £150 - £200
Rothenstein (Michael, 1908-1993). RIP 1, 1967 AR * Rothenstein (Michael, 1908-1993). Rip I, 1967, colour linocut and woodcut on wove paper, laid down on card, from the edition of 35 impressions, signed and numbered twenty four and twenty five, a few marks, sheet size 74 x 60.5 cm (29 x 24 ins) QTY: (1) NOTE: Sidey, The Prints of Michael Rothenstein (1993), 172a.
Dominic Winter Auctions
Sep. 30, 2024
Michael Rothenstein, Britain (1908-1993), The Red House (and Road), Linocut ed. Artist's Proof
Est: $200 - $400
Michael Rothenstein Britain (1908-1993) The Red House (and Road) Linocut ed. Artist's Proof Signed & titled lower margin
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Sep. 30, 2024
Michael Rothenstein, Britain (1908-1993), The Cockerel, Lithograph
Est: $200 - $400
Michael Rothenstein Britain (1908-1993) The Cockerel Lithograph Signed lower margin Signed lower left in plate
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Sep. 26, 2024
Michael Rothenstein (1908-1993) Peacocks signed, titled, 62/75, mixed media, 49cm x 69cm
Est: £20 - £40
Michael Rothenstein (1908-1993) Peacocks signed, titled, 62/75, mixed media, 49cm x 69cm
Bamfords Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd
Sep. 26, 2024
Michael Rothenstein (1908 - 1993), Butterflies, screenprint, artist's proof, signed in pencil, 57cm x 76cm
Est: £40 - £60
Michael Rothenstein (1908 - 1993), Butterflies, screenprint, artist's proof, signed in pencil, 57cm x 76cm
Bamfords Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd
Sep. 26, 2024
Michael Rothenstein (1908 - 1993) Peacocks signed, mixed media, 75cm x 55.5cm
Est: £40 - £60
Michael Rothenstein (1908 - 1993) Peacocks signed, mixed media, 75cm x 55.5cm
Bamfords Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd
Sep. 10, 2024
Michael Rothenstein (British, 1908-1993), 'The Song of Songs, Which is Solomon's', Rampant Lion Press, Cambridge, 1979, folio of 9 screenprints on Crisbrook handmade paper, 57 x 40cm
Est: £600 - £800
Michael Rothenstein (British, 1908-1993) 'The Song of Songs, Which is Solomon's', Rampant Lion Press, Cambridge, 1979 folio of 9 screenprints on Crisbrook handmade paper signed by Rothenstein, Rose and Carter, numbered 54 of 150 copies, in original red solander box (portfolio)
Gorringes
Sep. 04, 2024
Michael Rothenstein RA, Peacock Bird, 1988;
Est: £400 - £500
Michael Rothenstein RA, British 1908-1993, Peacock Bird, 1988; woodblock in colours on wove, signed and numbered A/P I in pencil, plate: 60 x 80cm, (framed) (ARR)
Roseberys
Sep. 03, 2024
Michael Rothenstein, Kenneth Rowntree and John Nash (20th century) From School Prints
Est: £200 - £300
Michael Rothenstein, Kenneth Rowntree and John Nash (20th century) From School Prints Four lithographs printed in colours, 1946, printed by The Baynard Press, published by School Prints Ltd., London, each on wove paper, the full sheets printed to the edges, each sheet 497 x 760mm (19 5/8 x 29 7/8in) To include: 2 lithographs of Michael Rothenstein's 'Timber Felling in Essex', 1 copy of John Nash 'Harvesting', 1 copy of Kenneth Rowntree. Sold with two books 'The Wood Engravings of Paul Nash' and 'The Wood Engravings of John Nash' (Wood Lea Press, 1997) (6)
Forum Auctions - UK
Aug. 28, 2024
† Michael Rothenstein (British, 1908 - 1993), Package New York, 1971, signed in pencil (lower right) and numbered 15/25, screenprint on wove paper, 67 x 55.5 cm, loosely mounted onto paper, 70 x 58 cm, unframed (rolled)
Est: £250 - £350
† Michael Rothenstein (British, 1908 - 1993), Package New York, 1971, signed in pencil (lower right) and numbered 15/25, screenprint on wove paper, 67 x 55.5 cm, loosely mounted onto paper, 70 x 58 cm, unframed (rolled)
Dawsons Auctioneers
Aug. 26, 2024
Michael Rothenstein, Britain (1908-1993), The Cockerel, Lithograph
Est: $600 - $800
Michael Rothenstein Britain (1908-1993) The Cockerel Lithograph Signed lower margin Signed lower left in plate
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Aug. 26, 2024
Michael Rothenstein, Britain (1908-1993), The Red House (and Road), Linocut ed. Artist's Proof
Est: $800 - $1,200
Michael Rothenstein Britain (1908-1993) The Red House (and Road) Linocut ed. Artist's Proof Signed & titled lower margin
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Aug. 13, 2024
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN R.A. (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £200 - £300
Michael RothensteinGREEN TREE WITH BIRDS Lithograph 93cm x 73.5cm (36.5in x 29in)YesArtistBritish19081993
Lyon & Turnbull
Aug. 13, 2024
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £200 - £300
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Cockerels' screenprint in colours, signed 'Michael Rothenstein' in pencil l.r., numbered '9/10' image 30 x 29, together with: 'Christmas Greetings' linocut in colours, signed 'from Michael Rothenstein' in pen l.r., and inscribed with title u.l. sheet 25 x 37.5cm; a lithograph inscribed 'Greetings from Michael & Duffy/Barbara & John Christmas 1951', and two further unframed lithographs (5) Condition Report: 'Cockerels Framed: 59 x 39.5cm. Well presented and ready to hang. 'Christmas Greetings': Framed 45.5 x 60cm Paper discolouration and creasing. Three vertical folds where the work has been previously folded, please see images. Not viewed out of glazed frames. Signed lithograph: image 7.5 x 11cm, framed: 26 x 28cm Lithograph of birds: sheet 24 x 19cm, unframed Lithograph in colours: sheet 13.5 x 16.5cm, unframed Some small spots of foxing starting to emerge, please see images.
Sworders
Jul. 25, 2024
§ MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN RA (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £500 - £700
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN RA (BRITISH 1908-1993) A Last Goodbye to the Face of Darling Marilyn 2017 signed and inscribed AP in pencil an artist's proof aside from the edition of 50 screenprint in colours on wove sheet 79 x 58cm unframed ARR
Chiswick Auctions
Jun. 18, 2024
Michael Rothenstein RA, The Angry Cockerel [Sidey 116], 1959;
Est: £200 - £300
Michael Rothenstein RA, British 1908-1993, The Angry Cockerel [Sidey 116], 1959; linocut in six colours on wove, signed and numbered 13/30 in pencil, printed by the artist in Great Bardfield, image: 47.5 x 72cm, (framed) (ARR) Provenance: Private collection of the late Nicolas McDowall. Note: An example of this work exists in the collection of the Library of Congress, Washington.
Roseberys
May. 14, 2024
Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £100 - £200
Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Indian Doll' lithograph in colours, 1986, signed 'Michael Rothenstein' in pencil l.r., numbered '17/40', on Somerset wove image 43.5 x 61.5cm Condition Report: Framed: 73 x 87cm Appears to be in good condition. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Apr. 09, 2024
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £400
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Friends' woodcut with hand colouring, 1983, from an edition of 35, signed 'Michael Rothenstein' in pencil l.r. image 53 x 75cm Provenance: Woth Flowers Graphics, London. Condition Report: Framed: 75 x 96cm Slight cockling but appears to be in otherwise good condition. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Apr. 09, 2024
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £400
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Tiger and Parrots' linocut in colours, artist's proof, signed 'Michael Rothenstein' in pencil l.r., and inscribed 'A/P' l.l. image 52 x 39, unframed Condition Report: Sheet: 71.5 x 56cm The sheet has three tape marks along the top edge and there are some faint dirty marks to the margins. The sheet has a small crease in the lower right.corner. There is a border of slight discolouration to the margins where the print has been previously framed with a mount but the printed area appears to be in good condition.
Sworders
Apr. 09, 2024
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £200 - £300
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Indian Doll' lithograph in colours, 1986, signed 'Michael Rothenstein' in pencil l.r., numbered '17/40', on Somerset wove image 43.5 x 61.5cm Condition Report: Framed: 73 x 87cm Appears to be in good condition. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Apr. 09, 2024
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £400
▲ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Cockerel' woodcut in colours, signed 'Michael Rothenstein' in pencil l.r., and numbered '47/75' image 34 x 38cm, unframed Condition Report: Sheet: 44.5 x 50cm There are two tape marks along the top edge of the sheet. The upper left corner of the sheet has some pencil notes which do not appear to be by the hand of the artist. The margins have some light dirty marks and there is some slight discolouration to the margins where the work has been framed with mount. The printed area appears to be in good condition and the colours are bright.
Sworders
Mar. 13, 2024
Rothenstein (Michael, 1908-1993). The Garden, colour screenprint
Est: £300 - £500
Rothenstein (Michael, 1908-1993). The Garden, colour screenprint AR * Rothenstein (Michael, 1908-1993). The Garden, colour screenprint, signed and numbered '21/75' to lower left, print size 63 x 54 cm (24 3/4 x 21 1/4 ins), framed and glazed (77 x 68 cm) QTY: (1)
Dominic Winter Auctions
Feb. 09, 2024
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN'S BOXES
Est: $50 - $100
Michael Rothenstein's boxes, hard cover first edition 1992 by Mel Gooding, with artist pencil signed print 70/75, all encased in a red box. 2"h x 26.5"l x 20.5"w
Wiederseim Associates, Inc.
Jan. 26, 2024
Sir John M. Rothenstein CBE (1901-1992) British arts administrator and art historian
Est: $150 - $200
Sir John M. Rothenstein CBE (1901-1992) British arts administrator and art historian. From 1938–64 Rothenstein was Director of the Tate Gallery in London. Rothenstein's directorship — the longest to date — was one of the most successful. Offered here is a caricature drawing of Rothenstein, signed by him. The drawing was done by JACK ROSEN (1913-1989) was Director of Security at New York's Waldorf Astoria for thirty years (1932-1962), drawing caricatures of the many US Presidents, film stars and other celebrities who stayed there. He continued these drawings when he moved to the Battery City Park Authority. He also drew more than 25,000 images of US military personnel from three wars: World War II, Korea and Vietnam, many executed near the front. Collections of his caricatures are held by Boston University, while many others are displayed at his son's hotel and restaurant in Orlando, Florida. Approx. 10 x 7-1/4 in. Drawn on transparent paper so with white paper behind it will show up well. Old paperclip stain.
East Coast Books
Dec. 14, 2023
Michael Rothenstein (1908-1993) Seven Colours
Est: £800 - £1,200
Michael Rothenstein (1908-1993) Seven Colours The deluxe portfolio, 1974, comprising seven woodcuts with screenprint in colours and a separate suite of the same, with the special black woodcuts and the extensively hand-embellished study of the paint tube included only in the first five copies, all of the prints signed in pencil, with the title-page, text and justification, this copy signed by the artist, poet and both printers in ink, numbered from the deluxe edition of 5, aside from the standard edition of 20, co-printed by Shelley Rose and Sebastian Carter, Argus Studio, Stisted, published by Rampant Lion Press, Cambridge, on Barcham Green wove paper, the sheets loose as issued within the original oatmeal linen portfolio box, overall 575 x 400mm (22 3/4 x 15 3/4in) This copy is sold with certificate of authenticity from the Rampant Lion Press, 1975.
Forum Auctions - UK
Dec. 14, 2023
Michael Rothenstein (1908-1993) Radcliffe Camera from the Old Bodleian, Oxford
Est: £300 - £500
Michael Rothenstein (1908-1993) Radcliffe Camera from the Old Bodleian, Oxford Linocut printed in colours, circa 1960s-70s, signed in pencil, numbered from the edition of 75, on wove paper, with full margins, sheet 500 x 760mm (19 5/8 x 30in) Together with four prints of various mediums to include Richard Bawden 'Blue Jug' and 'The Knot'; Edward Bawden 'Tree and Cow Wallpaper'; Glynn Boyd Harte 'Asparagus' (5) This lot is sold subject to Artists Resale Rights, details of which can be found in our Terms and Conditions.
Forum Auctions - UK
Dec. 09, 2023
Michael ROTHENSTEIN: "Title Page from Seven Colours"
Est: $200 - $400
Michael ROTHENSTEIN (British, 1908-1993): "Title Page from Seven Colours". Color screenprint and woodcut on "Barcham Green" wove paper, 1974. One of 20 artists proofs issued loose; aside from the edition of 75. The edition is a set of three woodcuts with screenprint and linocut, illustrating "Poems" by Edward Lucie-Smith. Printed by Shelley Rose at "Argus Studio". Published by "The Rampant Lion Press", Cambridge. Signed in pencil. Image: 19 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches.
Armstrong Fine Art
Nov. 29, 2023
Michael Rothenstein Hon RE RA, Embellished letters B & C (from 'The Country Child's Alphabet');
Est: £600 - £800
Michael Rothenstein Hon RE RA, British 1908-1993 - Embellished letters B & C (from 'The Country Child's Alphabet'); ink and watercolour on paper, a pair, signed with initials lower right and lower respectively, each 14 x 14 cm (2) (ARR) Provenance: with Faith Carter Robinson Gallery, London (according to the labels affixed to the reverse); Christie's, South Kensington, c. November 1988 (by repute); private collection, purchased from the above Note: These were some of the original illustrations for ‘The Country Child's Alphabet' with poems by Eleanor Farjeon published in 1924 by The Poetry Bookshop. Farjeon also published 'The Town Child's Alphabet' in 1924 with illustrations by David Jones.
Roseberys
Nov. 23, 2023
Michael Rothenstein RA, Crumpled Cathedral;
Est: £200 - £300
Michael Rothenstein RA, British 1908-1993, Crumpled Cathedral; screenprint in colours on wove, signed and inscribed 'AP' in ink, image: 56 x 77.2 cm, (framed) (ARR)
Roseberys
Nov. 23, 2023
Michael Rothenstein RA, A Cockerel, with the City Behind;
Est: £200 - £300
Michael Rothenstein RA, British 1908-1993, A Cockerel, with the City Behind; screenprint in colours, with spot varnish, signed in pencil and numbered AP, image: 67.3 x 53.3 cm, (framed) (ARR)
Roseberys
Oct. 26, 2023
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £150 - £250
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) Abstract; from the Seven Colours folio signed 'Michael Rothenstein' (lower right); numbered A/P 16/20 lithograph 47.5 x 29.5cm; together with Parrots signed 'Michael Rothenstein' (lower right); numbered 2 woodcut, unframed 88.5 x 61.5cm (2)
Cheffins
Oct. 26, 2023
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £500
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) Cockerel in a landscape, 1948 signed 'Michael Rothenstein' (lower right) lithograph 22.5 x 42cm
Cheffins
Oct. 26, 2023
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £200 - £300
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) Figure with bird signed 'Michael Rothenstein' (lower left); A/P woodcut 90 x 68cm
Cheffins
Oct. 26, 2023
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £150 - £250
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) Sunset Bird signed 'M Rothenstein' (lower right); A/P silkscreen 58.5 x 63cm
Cheffins
Oct. 26, 2023
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £500
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) Cockerels signed 'Michael Rothenstein' (lower right); numbered 10/50 woodcut 70 x 63.5cm
Cheffins
Oct. 26, 2023
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £200 - £300
§ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) Paint Tube signed with initials (lower right) screenprint 41 x 27cm; together with Pencils and Colours signed 'Michael Rothenstein' (lower right) screenprint 46 x 29cm (2)
Cheffins
Oct. 17, 2023
Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993)
Est: £2,500 - £3,500
Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) ▴ Michael Rothenstein RA (1908-1993) 'Cottage and Tomato Plants', 1947 signed 'Michael Rothenstein' l.l., watercolour, pen and ink 36 x 46cm Provenance: With Redfern Gallery, London, and purchased by Mr Ian Read, June 1988; with the Portscatho Society of Artists, Cornwall. Sold with a copy of Michael Rothenstein's 'Looking at Paintings', published by George Routledge & Sons Ltd. in 1947. Condition Report: Framed: 59 x 67cm Light time staining but presents well overall. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £250 - £350
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) ROOSTER ON THE TELEGRAPH POLE printed signature (lower left) lithograph, printed in colours 47 x 74cm; 18 1/2 x 29in 69 x 95cm; 27 x 37 1/2in (framed) Provenance Mrs Rachel Ward (née Rothenstein; 1903-1989), Bakewell, Derbyshire (a gift from the artist, her younger brother) ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £250 - £350
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) DOVES ON THE TELEGRAPH POLE signed Michael Rothenstein lower right margin lithograph, printed in colours 46 x 73cm; 18 x 28 3/4in 69.5 x 95.5cm; 27 1/4 x 37 1/2in (framed) Provenance Redfern Gallery, London Mrs Rachel Ward (née Rothenstein; 1903-1989), Bakewell, Derbyshire (by 1951) ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £300 - £500
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) FARM BUILDINGS signed and dated M.Rothenstein.35 lower right brush and sepia ink 38.5 x 56cm; 15 1/4 x 22in 56 x 71cm; 22 x 28in (framed) ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £700 - £1,000
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) COTSWOLD LANDSCAPE signed M. Rothenstein upper left pen and ink and watercolour and wash 41.5 x 58.5cm; 16 3/4 x 23in 66 x 83cm; 26 x 32 1/2in (framed) ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £700 - £1,000
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) GLOUCESTERSHIRE CHURCHYARD signed and dated M. Rothenstein. 1939. upper left pen and ink and sepia wash 47 x 57.5cm; 18 1/2 x 22 3/4in 67.5 x 77cm; 26 1/2 x 30 1/4in (framed) Provenance with Abbott and Holder, London ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £800 - £1,200
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) NEAR STROUD signed and dated M. Rothenstein 1939. lower right pen and brush and sepia ink 39 x 55.5cm; 15 1/4 x 22in 59.5 x 75cm; 23 1/2 x 29 1/2in (framed) Provenance with Abbott & Holder, London Rothenstein had a troubled childhood marked by long bouts of depression, but marked his emergence from the malady in the late 1930s with a series of astounding large scale and detailed drawings in ink which include the present work and lot 26. Mostly inspired by the Cotswolds where he grew up, these examples presage his drawings completed the following year for the Recording Britain project commissioned by the Ministry of Labour from a rosta of leading artists of the day. ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993)
Est: £600 - £800
MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) Michael Rothenstein (lots 24-30) Introduction Michael Rothenstein was born in Hampstead where he grew up on Church Row, the youngest child and second son of William Rothenstein and Alice (née Knewstub) (lots 1-13). He studied painting at Chelsea Polytechnic and the Central School of Arts and Crafts (1924-27), and had an early solo exhibition at the Warren Gallery on Maddox Street, London W1 in 1931. His fluid youthful style is reflected in such faintly satirical works as Making Hay (lot 24). Rothenstein suffered from bouts of depression, but towards the end of the ‘thirties painted a series of bravura landscapes (lots 25-28) a selection of which he exhibited at the Matthiesen Gallery in 1938. After War broke out, his careful observation of the English countryside made him well suited to participating in the Pilgrim Trust Recording Britain project set up by Sir Kenneth Clark. But thereafter increasingly Rothenstein turned to print making. Among his early successful prints was Timber Felling (1945), which he made for the School Prints Series to give children an understanding of contemporary art. He also made drawings for the War Artists Committee. And he visited S W Hayter’s Atelier 17 in Paris, returning to England to make colour etchings. In 1954 he moved to Great Bardfield in Essex, home to a thriving coterie of artists, amongst them Edward Bawden and Kenneth Rountree, where he set up a graphic workshop while also teaching at Camberwell School of Art and Stoke-on-Trent College of Art. (lots 29 & 30). During the 1950s and ‘60s Rothenstein burnished his reputation as one of the most experimental print makers in Britain. Accolades included winning the Giles Bequest Competition for colour woodcuts and linocuts in 1954 and 1956. He lectured extensively, wrote several books on the subject, amongst them Frontiers of Printmaking (1966), and was instrumental in the formation of the printmakers Council, serving as its first chairman. In 1977 he was voted ARA, and in 1984 RA. MICHAEL ROTHENSTEIN (BRITISH 1908-1993) MAKING HAY signed and dated Michael Rothenstein 1931 upper left gouache 65 x 60cm; 25 1/2 x 23 3/4 in 80 x 76 cm; 31 1/2 x 30in (framed) ARR may apply
Olympia Auctions
Sep. 12, 2023
Michael Rothenstein Hon RE RA, Embellished letters B & C (from 'The Country Child's Alphabet')
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Michael Rothenstein Hon RE RA, British 1908-1993 - Embellished letters B & C (from 'The Country Child's Alphabet'); ink and watercolour on paper, a pair, signed with initials lower right and lower respectively, each 14 x 14 cm (2) (ARR) Provenance: with Faith Carter Robinson Gallery, London (according to the labels affixed to the reverse); Christie's, South Kensington, c. November 1988 (by repute); private collection, purchased from the above Note: These were some of the original illustrations for ‘The Country Child's Alphabet' with poems by Eleanor Farjeon published in 1924 by The Poetry Bookshop. Farjeon also published 'The Town Child's Alphabet' in 1924 with illustrations by David Jones.
Roseberys