This artwork titled "An Old Friend" c. 1985 is an original sepia etching by American artist Scott Fitzgerald. It is hand signed, titled and numbered 58/250 in pencil by the artist. Published and printed by the artist. The image (plate mark) size is 5.5 x 8.75 inches, sheet size is 11 x 14.75 inches. it is in excellent condition, has never been framed. About the artist: Scott Fitzgerald received his Master’s Degree in Arts from California State University Fullerton, and went on to teach drawing and printmaking for 2 years at the university. During his college years, he focused his study in contemporary art and photography, creating mixed media works often with social comments. It was not until the sophomore year, he discovered the traditional art of etching in his printmaking class. Immediately, he embraced the complex and difficult technical process of making prints from etching on copper plates. Scott Fitzgerald established himself as a prominent printmaker in the next few years. With a strong interest in history, he accepted a commission to produce a series of etching depicting 15 Orange County historical landmarks. Besides producing very intricate prints in various sizes, he has engaged in many special projects. He worked with renowned English printer John Randle to produce a group of etchings illustrating Robert Louis Stevenson’s “A Child’s Garden of Verses” at Whittington Press of England. He has also collaborated on a project with science fiction writer Ray Bradbury. The work of Scott fitzgerald is held in numerous collections nationwide.