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Gill, Eric, 1882-1940

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1882 - 1940

Biographical Note

Eric Gill began his career as a cutter of inscriptions, and later became known for type designs, stone carvings, engravings, and drawings. A convert to Catholicism, Gill also published works on religion, art, and modern life.

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Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Boston College collection of Eric Gill

 Collection
Abstract

This collection documents the creative work of twentieth-century English artist Eric Gill, principally through his drawings and engravings. Materials include proofs and limited-edition prints; use of Gill's engravings in fine print cards, pamphlets, and booklets; printing blocks; correspondence for the Gill family as well as Gill's colleague at St. Dominic's Press, H.D.C. Pepler; and a small sampling of works on paper by Gill's peers.

Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: 1896 - 1990; Majority of material found within 1916 - 1940