P For Publican (1897)

William Nicholson (1872-1949) | Lithograph on Wove Paper | Unframed | 12 x 10 inches

After being very impressed by the young artist’s work, Whistler arranged an interview for Nicholson with the publisher William Heinemann.

Heinemann wrote in the prospectus for An Alphabet:

“The simplicity of his method will appeal especially to the artist, but the picturesquement of treatment must be appreciated by all, while the wholesomeness and truth to nature of these designs will ensure for them a welcome in every English home. The parent will pleasantly conjure up reminiscences of quaint customs of the past, and the child will be fascinated alike by the bizarre attraction of colour and by the impressive types selected.’”

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