CAMERON, David Young

Scottish (1892 – 1973)

The Lion and the Unicorn, 1911

Rinder 427. Etching on paper printed on hand-made paper, full margins. Published in “D.Y. Cameron: An illustrated catalogue of his etched work,” Frank Rinder, Glasgow 1912, printed by Annan & Sons. Number 131 from a special edition of 200 on hand-made paper. Signed in pencil. Excellent condition, with the rare book.

10 ⅕ x 7 ⅖ inches  |  25.9 x 18.8 cm

This etching depicts the stone lion and unicorn that flank a grand staircase at the University of Glasgow. The architectural backdrop shown in the etching is the university main building at the Gilmorehill campus.
$625.