{"title":"William James Smith","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"virgin-mourning-the-death-of-jesus-william-james-smith","title":"Virgin Mourning the Death of Jesus - William James Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by William James Smith, reproducing a rare work by Rembrandt depicting the Virgin Mary in a moment of quiet mourning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by William James Smith is a reproduction of a rare work by Rembrandt van Rijn. The composition focuses on the figure of the Virgin Mary, depicted in a moment of quiet grief. Smith employs fine, controlled lines to replicate the tonal qualities of the original Dutch master, capturing the subtle play of light and shadow across the fabric of the Virgin's head covering and robes. The figure is positioned behind a ledge, creating a sense of intimacy and proximity between the subject and the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmith's technical approach demonstrates a careful study of Rembrandt's etching style, particularly the use of cross-hatching to define form and volume. The background remains largely suggested, allowing the emotional weight of the central figure to dominate the frame. The inscription at the bottom of the plate confirms the work is a proof, providing insight into the printmaking process of the period. This piece offers a clear example of how nineteenth-century printmakers engaged with the history of European art, seeking to preserve and disseminate the visual language of earlier masters through the medium of etching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is presented on heavy, cream-toned paper, which retains the character of a traditional proof. The composition is restrained, avoiding unnecessary detail to maintain the focus on the expression of the Virgin. By translating Rembrandt's original into a new print, Smith provides a window into the methods used by historical engravers to interpret the work of their predecessors. This fine art print is suitable for those interested in the history of printmaking, religious iconography, or the reception of Rembrandt's work in the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William James Smith","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687564382543,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687576801615,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687576834383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687576867151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687576899919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687576932687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687576965455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687576998223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687577030991,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687577063759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687577096527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687577129295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Virgin-Mourning-the-Death-of-Jesus_Poster_CompositorV1_1788637832961.jpg?v=1788638037"},{"product_id":"onion-woman-after-rembrandt-william-james-smith","title":"Onion Woman (After Rembrandt) - William James Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by William James Smith, reproducing Rembrandt's study of an elderly woman in a quiet, contemplative pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by William James Smith is a reproduction of a work by the Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn. Smith captures the sombre, quiet atmosphere of the original composition, which depicts an elderly woman seated in a humble interior. The figure is draped in heavy, textured garments, her posture suggesting a moment of stillness or reflection. The artist employs cross-hatching and varied line weights to define the folds of her clothing and the dim light of the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmith's technical approach reflects the tradition of printmakers who sought to document and interpret the works of earlier masters. By focusing on the play of shadow and the character of the subject, the print maintains the gravity of the original etching. The inclusion of handwritten annotations on the print margin provides context regarding its source, specifically noting its connection to the Cracherode collection. This piece offers a view into the historical practice of copying and circulating European masterworks through the medium of print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is contained within a small, defined frame, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figure. The surrounding space is suggested through minimal lines, allowing the focus to remain on the woman's form and the tactile quality of her attire. This print is a study in monochromatic tone, relying on the contrast between the dark ink and the paper to create depth. It is a piece that rewards close observation, revealing the careful attention paid to the original's tonal balance and emotional weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/drie-koeien-adriaen-van-de-velde\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eDrie koeien - Adriaen van de Velde — Adriaen van de Velde\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-ford-charles-francois-daubigny-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Ford - Charles-François Daubigny — Charles-François Daubigny\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William James Smith","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687694012751,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687730778447,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687730811215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687730843983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687730876751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687730909519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687730942287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687730975055,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687731007823,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687731040591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687731073359,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687731106127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Onion-Woman-After-Rembrandt-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788639016520.jpg?v=1788639256"},{"product_id":"dumb-beggar-after-rembrandt-william-james-smith","title":"Dumb Beggar (After Rembrandt) - William James Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by William James Smith, reproducing a classic Rembrandt study of a beggar from the Cracherode Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by William James Smith is a reproduction of a work by Rembrandt van Rijn. Smith, a British artist and printmaker, produced this piece as part of his engagement with the Cracherode Collection, a significant assembly of prints held by the British Museum. The composition depicts a solitary figure, a beggar, rendered with the precise, economical line work characteristic of seventeenth-century Dutch etching techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure stands in profile, draped in a heavy cloak that suggests both texture and volume. Smith captures the original's focus on the human form, using cross-hatching to define shadow and depth within the folds of the garment. The small scale of the print draws the viewer into the quiet, observational nature of the subject. The inscription at the base of the sheet provides provenance, noting the source of the original impression from the Cracherode Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmith's work reflects the nineteenth-century practice of copying master prints to study technique and composition. By replicating the specific mark-making of Rembrandt, Smith demonstrates a technical proficiency in the medium of etching. The print is presented on a clean, neutral background, allowing the focus to remain on the draftsmanship. This piece is an example of the historical tradition of print reproduction, where artists sought to preserve and disseminate the visual language of earlier masters. The work is a study in light and shadow, relying on the contrast between the dark ink lines and the white paper to create a sense of presence. It is a piece for those interested in the history of printmaking and the transmission of artistic styles across centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-count-alexei-bobrinsky-franz-xaver-winterhalter\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Count Alexei Bobrinsky - Franz Xaver Winterhalter — Franz Xaver Winterhalter\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-the-artists-four-children-jan-matejko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of the Artist's Four Children - Jan Matejko — Jan Matejko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William James Smith","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687780782415,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687793922383,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687793955151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687793987919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687794020687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687794053455,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687794086223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687794118991,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687794151759,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687794184527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687794217295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687794250063,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dumb-Beggar-After-Rembrandt-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788639672807.jpg?v=1788639870"},{"product_id":"flight-into-egypt-after-rembrandt-william-james-smith","title":"Flight into Egypt (After Rembrandt) - William James Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine etching by William James Smith, documenting a rare composition by Rembrandt van Rijn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by William James Smith is a reproduction of a rare work by Rembrandt van Rijn. The composition focuses on a solitary figure, depicted in profile, navigating a path with the aid of a walking stick. The artist employs fine, precise lines to define the form of the traveller and the surrounding environment, capturing the essence of the original Dutch master's technique. The arch-shaped frame within the print provides a sense of enclosure, drawing the viewer's eye towards the central figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmith demonstrates a clear appreciation for the tonal qualities of etching. By varying the density of the cross-hatching, he creates depth and shadow, particularly in the background elements which suggest a rugged, uneven terrain. The figure is rendered with economy, yet the posture conveys a sense of purpose and movement. The work is presented as a proof, with handwritten annotations in the lower margin confirming its status as a study after Rembrandt. This piece reflects the nineteenth-century practice of printmakers documenting and interpreting the works of earlier masters to refine their own technical skills. The minimalist presentation, with the small image centred on a large sheet of paper, is characteristic of the period's approach to fine art prints, where the focus remains entirely on the quality of the line work and the fidelity to the source material. It is a quiet, contemplative piece that invites close inspection of the mark-making process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William James Smith","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687993807183,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687996952911,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58687996985679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687997018447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687997051215,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687997083983,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687997116751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687997149519,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687997182287,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58687997215055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58687997247823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58687997280591,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Flight-into-Egypt-After-Rembrandt-_Poster_CompositorV1_1788642293006.jpg?v=1788642542"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/william-james-smith.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}