“Fantasy,” Elizabeth Kitcho, hand-tinted etching 26/150, a lyrical portrait blending romantic realism and Art Nouveau–inspired linework.
“Fantasy” by Elizabeth Kitcho is an original hand-tinted etching that captures the artist’s signature blend of impressionistic realism and romantic nostalgia. Rendered in flowing, Art Nouveau–influenced lines, this striking portrait of a young woman adorned with flowers conveys elegance, sensuality, and dreamlike calm. Kitcho’s refined draftsmanship and her softly applied color washes elevate the composition into a timeless study of feminine beauty.
Numbered 26/150, pencil-signed, and preserved in excellent archival condition, this work comes from the prestigious Mitch Morse Gallery inventory—never framed, never displayed, and ideal for fine art collectors who appreciate vintage American printmaking.
Artwork Description
Medium & Technique
Etching executed with precise, decorative contour lines—one of Kitcho’s hallmarks.
Hand-tinted with subtle color washes to enhance warmth and sculptural presence.
Strong plate impression and crisp margins.
Composition & Style
The profile of a woman with cascading hair filled with floral motifs, evoking a sense of natural abundance and inner fantasy.
The rhythmic, swirling linework nods to Alphonse Mucha and early 20th-century Art Nouveau aesthetics.
The expression—uplifted, serene, and dreamy—embodies Kitcho’s lifelong interest in mood, memory, and feminine mystique.
Tone: nostalgic, romantic, and quietly enchanting.
Condition
Unmatted, unframed, with clean edges and no staining—excellent for conservation framing.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY — ELIZABETH KITCHO
Elizabeth Kitcho is an American painter and printmaker best known for her lyrical, nostalgic scenes and her refined impressionistic realism. Born in New York City, she was raised steps away from Central Park and spent her youth absorbing the masterpieces of the Metropolitan Museum of Art—an early influence that shaped both her romantic sensibilities and her classical technical grounding.
Education & Artistic Training
Kitcho pursued formal artistic studies at:
Washington Irving High School, Fine Arts Program
Art Students League of New York
Queens College, Visual Arts
Botini Art Gallery (NYC) — atelier-style instruction
Her training emphasized portraiture, figurative drawing, etching, and tonal composition—skills that would define her mature body of work.
Early Career & Teaching
Kitcho began her career as a portrait artist, executing dozens of private commissions noted for their emotional sensitivity. She later opened her own studio, teaching both children and adults, and held positions in regional adult education programs—contributing deeply to community-level arts instruction.
Artistic Style & Themes
Kitcho coined her approach “impressionistic realism,” though her works often blend:
Her images typically feature contemplative figures, sunlit outdoor settings, and scenes that evoke personal memory and quiet introspection.
Exhibitions & Gallery Representation
Her work has been shown in galleries and art centers across:
New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Jersey, Delaware, and Massachusetts.
Notable representation includes:
Mitch Morse Galleries (NY & PA)
J. Richards Gallery, Mamaroneck, NY
Gallery 63, NYC
Carole Shames Gallery, Philadelphia
Fine Arts Gallery, Ardmore, PA
Through these venues, her work entered numerous private and regional collections.
Legacy
Kitcho is admired for her ability to merge classical technique with sentiment, atmosphere, and emotional subtlety. Her etchings—especially her hand-tinted portrait works—remain favorites among collectors seeking feminine elegance, narrative depth, and vintage printmaking charm.
Elizabeth Kitcho, Fantasy, hand-tinted etching, signed and numbered 26/150. A romantic Art Nouveau–influenced portrait from the Mitch Morse Gallery collection.
Certificate of Value & Authentication
Artist: Elizabeth Kitcho
Title: Fantasy
Medium: Original Etching, Hand-Tinted
Edition: 26/150
Signature: Pencil-signed
Dimensions: 15 × 10 inches
Condition: Excellent; never framed
Provenance: Mitch Morse Gallery → Artfind Gallery (Washington, D.C.)
Notes: Strong impression, clean plate mark, classic example of Kitcho’s figurative romanticism.
Provenance Chain
Artist → Elizabeth Kitcho Studio → Mitch Morse Gallery (NYC & PA) → Artfind Gallery, Washington, D.C.
“Fantasy,” Elizabeth Kitcho, hand-tinted etching 26/150, a lyrical portrait blending romantic realism and Art Nouveau–inspired linework.
“Fantasy” by Elizabeth Kitcho is an original hand-tinted etching that captures the artist’s signature blend of impressionistic realism and romantic nostalgia. Rendered in flowing, Art Nouveau–influenced lines, this striking portrait of a young woman adorned with flowers conveys elegance, sensuality, and dreamlike calm. Kitcho’s refined draftsmanship and her softly applied color washes elevate the composition into a timeless study of feminine beauty.
Numbered 26/150, pencil-signed, and preserved in excellent archival condition, this work comes from the prestigious Mitch Morse Gallery inventory—never framed, never displayed, and ideal for fine art collectors who appreciate vintage American printmaking.
Artwork Description
Medium & Technique
Etching executed with precise, decorative contour lines—one of Kitcho’s hallmarks.
Hand-tinted with subtle color washes to enhance warmth and sculptural presence.
Strong plate impression and crisp margins.
Composition & Style
The profile of a woman with cascading hair filled with floral motifs, evoking a sense of natural abundance and inner fantasy.
The rhythmic, swirling linework nods to Alphonse Mucha and early 20th-century Art Nouveau aesthetics.
The expression—uplifted, serene, and dreamy—embodies Kitcho’s lifelong interest in mood, memory, and feminine mystique.
Tone: nostalgic, romantic, and quietly enchanting.
Condition
Unmatted, unframed, with clean edges and no staining—excellent for conservation framing.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY — ELIZABETH KITCHO
Elizabeth Kitcho is an American painter and printmaker best known for her lyrical, nostalgic scenes and her refined impressionistic realism. Born in New York City, she was raised steps away from Central Park and spent her youth absorbing the masterpieces of the Metropolitan Museum of Art—an early influence that shaped both her romantic sensibilities and her classical technical grounding.
Education & Artistic Training
Kitcho pursued formal artistic studies at:
Washington Irving High School, Fine Arts Program
Art Students League of New York
Queens College, Visual Arts
Botini Art Gallery (NYC) — atelier-style instruction
Her training emphasized portraiture, figurative drawing, etching, and tonal composition—skills that would define her mature body of work.
Early Career & Teaching
Kitcho began her career as a portrait artist, executing dozens of private commissions noted for their emotional sensitivity. She later opened her own studio, teaching both children and adults, and held positions in regional adult education programs—contributing deeply to community-level arts instruction.
Artistic Style & Themes
Kitcho coined her approach “impressionistic realism,” though her works often blend:
Her images typically feature contemplative figures, sunlit outdoor settings, and scenes that evoke personal memory and quiet introspection.
Exhibitions & Gallery Representation
Her work has been shown in galleries and art centers across:
New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Jersey, Delaware, and Massachusetts.
Notable representation includes:
Mitch Morse Galleries (NY & PA)
J. Richards Gallery, Mamaroneck, NY
Gallery 63, NYC
Carole Shames Gallery, Philadelphia
Fine Arts Gallery, Ardmore, PA
Through these venues, her work entered numerous private and regional collections.
Legacy
Kitcho is admired for her ability to merge classical technique with sentiment, atmosphere, and emotional subtlety. Her etchings—especially her hand-tinted portrait works—remain favorites among collectors seeking feminine elegance, narrative depth, and vintage printmaking charm.
Elizabeth Kitcho, Fantasy, hand-tinted etching, signed and numbered 26/150. A romantic Art Nouveau–influenced portrait from the Mitch Morse Gallery collection.
Certificate of Value & Authentication
Artist: Elizabeth Kitcho
Title: Fantasy
Medium: Original Etching, Hand-Tinted
Edition: 26/150
Signature: Pencil-signed
Dimensions: 15 × 10 inches
Condition: Excellent; never framed
Provenance: Mitch Morse Gallery → Artfind Gallery (Washington, D.C.)
Notes: Strong impression, clean plate mark, classic example of Kitcho’s figurative romanticism.
Provenance Chain
Artist → Elizabeth Kitcho Studio → Mitch Morse Gallery (NYC & PA) → Artfind Gallery, Washington, D.C.
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