Artwork
Old Lambeth Bridge
Old Lambeth Bridge is a watercolor work on paper by the Post-Impressionist artist Eric Gill. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Old Lambeth Bridge is a watercolour work by Eric Gill, a British artist known for his diverse practice as an engraver, typographer, sculptor, and writer.
Context
Gill's work is found on notable buildings such as Westminster Cathedral and Broadcasting House, reflecting his influence on British art and architecture.
Legacy
Gill's personal life has been the subject of controversy since the publication of a biography in 1989, which revealed disturbing details about his private life, including accounts of sexual abuse and other troubling acts.
Artist & collection
Artist
Arthur Eric Rowton Gill (22 February 1882 – 17 November 1940) was an English sculptor, letter cutter, typeface designer, and printmaker.
