Antique Etching F. De Berg (DeBOURG) Richards 1903 Liros Gallery

Antique Etching F. de Berg Richards 1903 Liros Gallery Alexandria Virginia<br><br>Frederick DeBourg (De Berg) Richards.<br>Born:&nbsp; 1822 - Wilmington, Delaware<br>Died:&nbsp;&nbsp; 1903 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania<br>Known for:&nbsp; Landscape and coastal view painting, etching<br><br>Frame Measures 12"x9 5"<br><br>Etching measures Approximately 6.5" "x4.5" inside the matte.<br><br>This black and white etching depicts a tranquil river landscape, an antique piece suitable for an art gallery. The scene features a lone fisherman in a small boat on a calm river, surrounded by lush trees and foliage. The etching technique creates a detailed and textured image, giving depth to the trees, water, and distant hills. The artwork is framed with a double border, enhancing its presentation and suggesting it is a finished piece ready for display. The style of the etching is reminiscent of 19th-century landscape art, with a focus on natural scenery and fine detail, dated verso 1903.