Louis Orr (American, 1879-1961), The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 'Old East' and the Old Well

Etching, pencil signed and titled, pencil title reads "North Carolina State University..." from Orr's series of North Carolina landmarks completed between 1939-1952, matted and framed.

Platemark 10 1/4 x 8 1/8 in.; Frame dimensions 18 1/4 x 16 1/2 in.

Private Collection, Raleigh, North Carolina

Louis Orr is best known for these remarkably detailed and highly collectible etchings that illustrate historic landmarks throughout North Carolina. Born in Connecticut and spending much of his formative years in Paris, people fervently began collecting Orr’s work in both countries in the early 20th century. Orr was the first American artist to have work in the permanent collection of the Louvre Museum, and his were also the first etchings to ever join the Louvre’s collection.

Beautiful condition; no apparent condition concerns; not examined out of frame.

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