Antique (1899) Signed + Dated : Man With Mug - Pen + Ink on Illustration Board by O.H. Herb.
American Artist. Sketch captures a stylized profile view of a classic Western gentleman or cowboy sitting in a wooden chair, holding a large drinking mug. Oswin Herb. January 9th, 1899. K.S.N.S. stands for the Keystone State Normal School, located in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. During the late 1890s and early 1900s, students at the school were frequently assigned meticulous pen-and-ink illustration coursework as part of their academic and pedagogical training.
Victorian Era Art. Signed lower right corner + dated on the back. Board shows discoloration + distress. Keystone State Normal School was a prominent teacher-training institution founded in the 19th century. Today, it is known as Kutztown University Of Pennsylvania. Historical records from Berks County show Oswin Herb went on to teach grammar school in the local region shortly after completing his studies. Authentic 19th-century American student portfolio piece.
Measurements : 7" x 5"
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Antique (1899) Signed + Dated : Man With Mug - Pen + Ink on Illustration Board by O.H. Herb.
American Artist. Sketch captures a stylized profile view of a classic Western gentleman or cowboy sitting in a wooden chair, holding a large drinking mug. Oswin Herb. January 9th, 1899. K.S.N.S. stands for the Keystone State Normal School, located in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. During the late 1890s and early 1900s, students at the school were frequently assigned meticulous pen-and-ink illustration coursework as part of their academic and pedagogical training.
Victorian Era Art. Signed lower right corner + dated on the back. Board shows discoloration + distress. Keystone State Normal School was a prominent teacher-training institution founded in the 19th century. Today, it is known as Kutztown University Of Pennsylvania. Historical records from Berks County show Oswin Herb went on to teach grammar school in the local region shortly after completing his studies. Authentic 19th-century American student portfolio piece.
Measurements : 7" x 5"
Price Includes Shipping.
