Fly, by William Kent, Amer., (1919-2012) Photogravure There is a collectors ink

There is a collectors ink monogram recto lower left corner

and this would seem to be a commissioned plate for a publication or portfolio on fine examples of architectural embellishment or decorative art

instead confronting us with the voracious

Anni Albers studied weaving at the Bauhaus starting in 1922

suitably minimal blonde wood frame

Fly, by William Kent, Amer., (1919-2012) Photogravure There is a collectors inkColor Slate Print, 1963, Ed. 2 45, 9 5 8, signed, dated and numbered 2 45 in pencil, masking tape to margin edges as is typical, on mustard yellow japan paper. Kent was very fond and protective of insects, and fascinated by each's unique intricate and adaptive form and beauty. The embossing on these prints give them a 3 dimensional tactility and presence! $200