The Herbert Thomas Dicksee Collector: Bryan Steele

Many years ago Bryan purchased his first Herbert Thomas Dicksee etching and he soon became a fanatical collector, over the years he has created a large and virtually complete collection of etchings and other works which he has now decided to sell.


Many years ago Bryan was browsing an antiques auction when he came across a very appealing, small, pencil-signed Herbert Dicksee etching of a sleeping puppy. He left a commission bid and happened to secure it. He liked it so much that he went on to buy a few more dog etchings by the same artist and over ensuing years he amassed a large collection of works by Dicksee, travelling far. He had become a fanatical collector and over the years has created a large and virtually complete collection of etchings and other works by Herbert Thomas Dicksee R.E. (1862 – 1942). Bryan has taken the decision to begin the disposal of his collection, his reason is simply his advancing years.

Bryan Steele with his Collection of Herbert Thomas Dicksee Bryan Steele and his wife Valerie

The Collection includes over 180 different-subject, original signed artist proof etchings (about 100 mounted and framed to conservation standards, the remainder stored flat and protected by individual folders). Many were purchased from the artist’s descendants and the family art dealer respectively. Sales will include items of interest to both print connoisseurs and collectors alike.

 

We are delighted to present the first selection from the Bryan Steele collection in the Sporting Art, Wildlife and Dogs sale, with further items to be offered in the forthcoming Fine Interiors sale on the 25 and 26 June 2019.

 

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