Gloves — intaglio etching

Gloves is a unique intaglio etching created by Gerard McDonagh. The print was made by hand in Camden, London, using a combination of aquatint and contemporary photo-etching techniques.

The image was etched onto zinc plates using acid, before each plate was individually inked, hand-wiped, and printed through a traditional etching press. Each colour layer was printed separately, giving the final work its depth and tone.

This edition of seven is printed on hand-cut, deckle-edged Somerset paper. Each print is signed, numbered, and titled by the artist.

The printed image measures approximately 28 × 35 cm. Paper size may vary slightly due to the hand-cut nature of the process.

Delivery & timing

Unframed/mounted prints usually arrive within 7–10 working days. Each print is packed flat between protective foam core and two outer layers of card before being sent by UK signed tracked delivery.

UK print delivery is £19.95, with free UK print delivery on print orders over £70.

Framed prints are made to order and usually take 3–4 weeks. They are glazed with picture glass and are not available for postal delivery.

Framed prints are available for free studio collection, or free local hand delivery within 5 miles of the Bravespears studio on framed orders over £50. Local delivery is arranged after purchase.

Bravespears currently ships within the UK only through the online shop. International customers are welcome to contact studio@bravespears.com to discuss possible delivery for unframed prints, clothing or stationery. Framed prints are not available for international delivery.