Original Prints

"How the West was Won" 2023

Drypoint etching by Mark Nelson

Mark Nelson's drypoint etching "How the West was Won" presents a striking commentary on the complexities of Western expansion. The intricate details and bold lines evoke a sense of stress and struggle, reflecting the historical genocide associated with this era. The overlapping of figures and landscapes suggests a narrative of both triumph and tragedy. The bone black printers ink of the etching enhances the emotional weight.