Sculpture No. 2
1930
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1930
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a wood engraving from 1930 by Eric Gill. It’s a small, detailed print meant for careful looking. Gill was known for more than art—he also worked on big public buildings. The engraving carries the weight of Gill’s complicated legacy. A 1989 biography revealed disturbing personal history long after his death. His art and life now sit in uneasy view. See more of his engraving work at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
