Who painted Print Collection?

Print Collection was painted by Edward Gordon Craig in 1924.

Where can I see Print Collection?

Print Collection is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

Print Collection

Edward Gordon Craig , 1924

Print Collection is a print by Edward Gordon Craig. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This 1924 wood-engraving on Japon paper, titled 'Print Collection', depicts a girl with a walking stick. It is numbered 26 of a limited edition of 30.

Subject & Meaning

The print's subject, a girl with a walking stick, is not explicitly interpreted in the provided context, leaving the image's meaning open to individual interpretation.

Technique & Style

Created using the wood-engraving technique, this piece may reflect Craig's experience with 'white line' engravings, though specific stylistic details of this work are not provided.

History & Provenance

Printed in 1924, this is copy 26 of 30. The artist, Edward Gordon Craig, was active in both printmaking and theatre design, with this work falling within his continued engagement with wood engraving alongside his theatrical career.

Context

Part of Craig's later wood-engraving output, this piece comes after his shift towards a career in stage design and direction, marked by innovative, minimalist approaches.

Legacy

The legacy of this specific print is not detailed, but it contributes to the broader body of work by Edward Gordon Craig, highlighting his dual influence in printmaking and revolutionary theatre practices.

Artist & collection

Artist

Edward Gordon Craig

Edward Henry Gordon Craig, was an English modernist theatre practitioner; Part of the Terry family and son of the actress Ellen Terry, he worked as an actor in his youth before becoming a director and scenic designer,…