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Frederick Carter (British 1883-1967)
Largely forgotten, Carter produced at least 139 plates between 1907 and 1934. The cover a number of distinct
periods and subjects, with his imaginative work often imbued with mystical overtones. Born in Bradford, he was
essentially self taught, leaving a career as a surveyor against his parents wishes. He travelled to Paris and
studied, initially supporting himself by teaching English. He returned to London to find employment as an
illustrator and finally attend art school formally. He was also a book and periodical editor, poster designer,
writer of short stories and on symbolism, religion and mysticism. His wide circle of friends included Yeats,
Epstein and DH Lawrence. The first of these is based on a set of plates depicting scenes from the Commedia
dell'Arte (Italian poular theatre on which Punch and Judy is based), and the second from a very sombre set
'The Wandering Jew'. I'm afraid there is something grotesque and disturbing about most of his work that somewhat
tempers it's fascination.
The White Shawl (The Dancers Suite)
Drypoint. 1909. Edition probably 25. 101x129mm
The Wayside Cross.
Etching and Drypoint 1928. Edition 25. 126x101mm.
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