William Merrit Chase

This is a fine original etching by American artist William M. Chase.  The subject is: The Court Jester.  This impression was printed on a thin Japan type sheet, tipped to a heavier backing sheet.  This was published by Estes and Lauriat, Boston in 1886.  This printing on Japan type paper was limited to an edition of 40.  The image measures 5 3/4X3 1/2 inches.  This impression is signed within the image lower left.