Eric Gill Collection

Girl in the Bath, 1923 (woodcut)
NGW390195 Girl in the Bath, 1923 (woodcut) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 13.3x16.5 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Mother and Child, 1924 (woodcut on paper)
NGW390194 Mother and Child, 1924 (woodcut on paper) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 21.7x10 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Madonna and Child 2 - feet apart, 1910 (portland stone)
NGW184201 Madonna and Child 2 - feet apart, 1910 (portland stone) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 62x20.3x16.8 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Autumn Midnight, 1923 (woodcut on paper)
NGW390193 Autumn Midnight, 1923 (woodcut on paper) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 19.2x10.7 cm; National Museum Wales; (add.info.: Woman sitting up in bed)

Sleeping Christ, c. 1924 (stone)
3614790 Sleeping Christ, c.1924 (stone) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 31x43 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Sleeping Christ is one of the few pieces completed during Gill's Capel-y-Fin)

A Packing Shop, Bradford, 1915 (pencil on paper)
7214715 A Packing Shop, Bradford, 1915 (pencil on paper) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 28.6x38.6 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Mankind (detail), 1927-28 (hoptonwood stone)
862852 Mankind (detail), 1927-28 (hoptonwood stone) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Torso - Woman, 1913 (Bath stone, slate base)
1197431 Torso - Woman, 1913 (Bath stone, slate base) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 57.8 (height) cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Eric Gill, Self-portrait, 1927 (litho)
3643513 Eric Gill, Self-portrait, 1927 (litho) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eric Gill, Self-portrait, 1927)

Eve, 1926 (wood engraving, black carbon ink on paper)
5938069 Eve, 1926 (wood engraving, black carbon ink on paper) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 23.6x11.6 (image); 34.2x20.9 (sheet) cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Study of a Female Nude, (pencil on paper)
1199595 Study of a Female Nude, (pencil on paper) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 33.1x18.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Model for Sculpture: The South Wind, 1929 (bath stone relief)
826787 Model for Sculpture: The South Wind, 1929 (bath stone relief) by Gill, Eric (1882-1940); 25.6x68x10.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Model for Sculpture: The South Wind)

Dining room of the architect Oliver Hill, F. R. I. B. A. 1942
Dining room of the architect Oliver Hill, F.R.I.B.A. 1942. Floor, walls and table of polished perrycot stone, incised table decoration by Eric Gill. Leather-covered chairs

Self-Portrait, 1927, (wood engraving)

Title Page: Troilus and Criseyde, 1927. Artist: Eric Gill
Title Page: Troilus and Criseyde, 1927. Troilus and Criseyde is a poem by Geoffrey Chaucer which re-tells in Middle English the tragic story of the lovers Troilus and Criseyde

Page decoration from The Four Gospels, 1931. Artist: Eric Gill
Page decoration from The Four Gospels, 1931. The Four Gospels of the Lord Jesus Christ According to the Authorized Version of King James I. With Decorations by Eric Gill

Title page for Hamlet, 1932. Artist: Eric Gill
Title page for Hamlet, 1932. The title page of the Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare from the edition originally published by New York: The Limited Editions Club, 1933

Safety First, 1925 (1934). Artist: Eric Gill
Safety First, 1925 (1934). From The Studio Volume 107.[The Offices of the Studio Ltd. London, 1934]

Nearing completion: The new Underground Railway offices, 1929. Headquarters of London Underground (55 Broadway) was described on its 1929 opening as the cathedral of modernity

Proposed Statue St Michael Patrick Church Dumbarton
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Eric Gill was a renowned British sculptor, engraver, and typographer who left an indelible mark on the art world. His diverse body of work spanned various mediums, showcasing his exceptional talent and versatility. One of Gill's notable creations is the "Sleeping Christ" sculpture from around 1924. Carved in stone, this piece captures the serene beauty of Jesus in repose, highlighting Gill's ability to convey emotion through his craftsmanship. In 1915, Gill demonstrated his skill with pencil on paper in "A Packing Shop, Bradford. " This detailed drawing transports viewers to a bustling scene filled with workers diligently preparing goods for shipment. Another striking sculpture by Gill is "Mankind, " created between 1927-28 using hoptonwood stone. The intricate details and fluid lines depict humanity's interconnectedness and evoke contemplation about our place in the world. Gill's talent extended beyond sculptures; he also excelled at wood engravings like "Eve" from 1926. Using black carbon ink on paper, he masterfully captured Eve's delicate features while exploring themes of femininity and temptation. His self-portraits reveal glimpses into his own persona as an artist. In one lithograph from 1927, simply titled "Self-Portrait, " we see him staring intently at the viewer—a reflection of his introspective nature and dedication to capturing human essence through art. Gill's exploration of the female form can be seen in works such as "Torso - Woman" (1913) and "Study of a Female Nude. " These pieces showcase his ability to capture grace and sensuality with both stone carving techniques and delicate pencil strokes. Collaborating with architects was another facet of Gill's career. He contributed to projects like Oliver Hill's dining room design in 1942—an elegant space that harmoniously blended functionality with artistic flair. As a typographer, Gill's contributions were significant.