This Item is located in the US. Collection of (12) E.M. Washington Woodblock Signed Prints Dated from 1906-1944 This product data sheet is originally written in English. Collection of (12) Untitled Woodblock Prints by Earl M. Washington E.M. Washington (born 1962) Woodcuts printed by E.M. Washington Prints measure approximately: 12"x9" each All prints signed in pencil and dated lower left corner Collection of (12) prints, please see photos These items are unframed, for framing options please contact us. Earl Marshawn Washington is an American entrepreneur, printmaker, and engraver. Beginning in 1998, woodcut prints from Washington began appearing and elsewhere; Washington claiming variously that the woodcuts were originals by famous artists, that they had been made by a great-grandfather whom he identified as named ?Earl Mack Washington? and as having lived from 1862 until 1952, or that this alleged great-grandfather had rescued the associated blocks from a fire-bombed print shop in the 1880s. By 2004, Washington admitted to creating some of the images, but insisted that he had not invented Earl Mack Washington. Some of Washington's more recent listings , however, declare African American Artist Earl M. Washington gained worldwide recognition as a wood engraver by faking his death and creating over 1700 wood engravings and offering them to the art buying public. Virtually all of the images appear to be copies of the work of other artists, available from books or other reprints, traced onto blocks. Philidelphia Print Shop released the following statement: ?Although this collection is the product of this art SCAM, the prints are most interesting in that history. The eagerness with which they were initially accepted speaks to the growing modern interest in the work of early African-American artists and artisans. Though we know now that they (are) not what they seemed, these prints are still very good ?original? copies of some very fine wood block prints, especially those of African-American figures and subjects.? (Source: Wikipedia) All items are professionally packaged and shipped. All shipments include insurance and delivery confirmation or signature confirmation. Local Pick-up is available in our showroom. (Contact us for payment methods to pay on pickup.) *The customs requirements for each country, including all import duties, taxes, and fees are the responsibility of the buyer. All international packages will have the required customs declaration and value of order. California Buyers: 9% sales tax will be added. Returns Policy: Your continuing satisfaction is very important to us. We offer a 14 day money back return policy. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please notify us so that we can begin the returns process. All items must be returned in the same condition that it was received. About Us: As one of the largest Coin Jewelry Companies on the west coast, and also one of the best gold buyers, Continental has been the destination for coins, jewelry, fine art and collectible buyers and sellers for over 45 years. Whether you?re looking to buy items or interested in selling gold and silver for cash, sell coins, or a variety of other collectibles, we are here to help. All items for sale are available for viewing at our Southern California showroom. We would like to thank all of our loyal customers for their continued support. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please let us know, and we will respond as soon as possible. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please click "Ask a question" below, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you. Continental Coin and Jewelry Company Web Department: Monday - Friday, from 10:30am - 6pm PST Reference Item #BCP0209-BCP0220 AP 3/7/16 Visit Our Store: Continental Coin and Jewelry Earl Marshawn Washington is an American entrepreneur, printmaker, and engraver. Beginning in 1998, woodcut prints from Washington began appearing and elsewhere; Washington claiming variously that the woodcuts were originals by famous artists, that they had been made by a great-grandfather whom he identified as named ?Earl Mack Washington? and as having lived from 1862 until 1952, or that this alleged great-grandfather had rescued the associated blocks from a fire-bombed print shop in the 1880s. By 2004, Washington admitted to creating some of the images, but insisted that he had not invented Earl Mack Washington. Some of Washington's more recent listings , however, declare African American Artist Earl M. Washington gained worldwide recognition as a wood engraver by faking Original/Reproduction Original Print Listed By Dealer or Reseller Signed Signed Print Type Woodcut Block Size Type/Largest Dimension Small (Up to 14in.) Date of Creation 1900-1949 Type Print