Whistler the Proud-Two Faces, 1892

This is a rare original pencil signed drypoint  etching of James M Whistler by his friend Mortimer Menpes.  The title is: Whistler the Proud-Two Faces, created circa 1892, the image measures 7 1/4X5 3/8 inches. A very rich impression .The signature has the "imp" after the artist's name meaning that he printed this impression himself.  Printed on an antique laid type sheet.  'Born in Adelaide, South Australia, Mortimer Menpes came to England in 1875. By the time of his momentous meeting with Whistler in 1880, Menpes had already established a considerable reputation as an etcher. Through his friendship with Whistler, Mortimer Menpes learnt the finer techniques of etching whilst, in return, he assisted ‘The Master’ in printing his first Venice Set.' (Campbell)