About this objectAlthough mostly known for his portraits of patrons across Merseyside, this print shows a rare self-portrait of Stanley Reed. The plate that this print was likely made from is also found in the Williamson collection (BIKGM.8407). Interestingly, this is a cropped image, with the plate showing the artist to be at work.
MakerReed, Stanley (1908-1978)
Maker Roleprintmaker
Period20th century
Style and IconographyPortrait
Style and IconographySelf-Portrait
Inscription and MarksIn pencil on bottom left: "Self Portrait (Detail) Drypoint"
In pencil on bottom right: "Stanley Reed"
Techniqueetching drypoint
Measurementsheight: 14cm
width: 12cm
Subject and Association Keywordsman
Credit LineGifted by the artist's wife, Florence Reed, 1990
