Eric gill biography eric gill was a twentieth century british sculptor, printmaker and typeface designer. Eric gill, girl in bath ii, wood engraving, ink on paper. One of the most beautiful and beloved books of the private. Eric gill for sale historical memorabilia collectibles. The four gospels eric gill and the golden cockerel type by john dreyfus preceded by a personal reminiscence by robert gibbings proprietor of the golden cockerel press 19241933. Category for the holy bible and bible related titles. Comentary volume quarterbound in buckram and board a fine facsimile,in a newlydesigned and elegant binding, of the golden cockerel press edition of the four gospels, generally regarded as the press finest production and as one of the most. Eric gill sculpture and the living model presentation copy limited signed 1932.
Printed and published at the golden cockerel press 1931. Folio society, london, limited edition, 2007, 2007. I have a copy folio society of the four gospels which is a facsimile of the golden cockerel press edition that was published preww2 when the subjects paedophilia and other revolting practices were unknown to the general public. Four gospels of lord jesus christ by eric gill abebooks. The four gospels of the lord jesus christ, according to the.
However, shipping costs as much as a single book in some cases. The folio society to describe this man as simply an engraver is lack luster and clearly incorrect. Eric gill four gospels limited edition folio society devotees. Eric gill four gospels limited edition folio society. Facsimile of the 1951 issue by the golden cockerel press, and bound in full black nigerian goatskin, with engravings by eric gill, and with a commentary volume. The forsyte saga john galsworthy folio society 1984. Limited to 2750 numbered copies, this being number 1050. Buy the four gospels by engraving by eric gill isbn. Four gospels of the lord jesus christ written by dreyfus, john gibbings, robert illustrated by gill, eric published by folio society, the golden cockerel press stock code. Among his many and varied achievements are the numerous books eric gill designed, both type and illustration the four gospels being among the greatest book productions between the wars robin gartin, british. Facsimile copy of the four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to the authorized version of king james i with decorations by eric gill, printed and published at the golden cockerel press mcmxxxi. One of the most beautiful and beloved books of the private press movement, and a showcase for eric gills engravings and typeface, the four gospels is. Burridge spck society for promoting christian knowledge isbn.
Nov 25, 2003 theres no getting round the fact that eric gill was a most unpleasant and horrible man. A facsimile of the revered golden cockerel press edition featuring engravings by that supreme book artist, eric gill. Eric gill was one of the great british artists of the century and a sexual abuser of his own daughters. Reproduction of the golden cockerel press edition of the four. One of the greatest artists of the 20th century, eric gill had previously collaborated with press owner robert gibbings on several beautiful books when they set about creating an ambitious decorated edition of the four gospels. This site uses cookies to deliver our services, improve performance, for analytics, and if not signed in for advertising. Eric gill song of the soul by saint johnofthecross barefooted carmelite 1st. Offered here is a set of twelve sheets from eric gills golden cockerell issue of the four gospels, likely printed by christopher skelton from his 1987 edition. Theres no getting round the fact that eric gill was a most unpleasant and horrible man. Now the folio society presents the first ever facsimile edition of this extraordinary work. The four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to the authorized version of king james.
This was published by the folio society london in 2007 and comes with an extra book a personal reminiscence by robert gibbings proprietor of the golden cockerel press. The four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to the. Gill, eric the four gospels limited edition published in by the folio society in 2007. The four gospels of the lord jesus christ, according to. A remarkable facsimile edition of the crowning acheivement of the golden cockerel press. Eric gill 18821940 the four gospels royal collection trust.
The four gospels of lord jesus christ according to the authorized version of king james i. He was known for his association with the arts and crafts movement. See more ideas about erotic art, arts and crafts movement and art. The four gospels of lord jesus christ according to the authorised. Over the years, the folio society has produced a number of bibliographies, starting with the slim volume folio 21 in 1968, celebrating 21 years of the organisation, and culminating with folio 60 in 2007, which is a comprehensive history of folio society publications, with details of everything which they have published, and endeavouring to. The folio book of childrens poetry exclusive to the folio society introduced by penelope lively illustrated by lesley barnes this collection is deliberately and enjoyably various.
Full morocco, blocked in 24carat gold with a design featuring eric gill s four symbols for matthew, mark, luke and john, supported in a blindblocked frame, all edges gilt. Book the four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to the authorised version of king james i by gill, eric illustrator for sale besleys books. Bound in nigerian goatskin leather and blocked in 24ct gold with a design by eric gill. The four gospels george macy devotees librarything. This man was an artisan and his creation, being simple and direct, is one that is a notable piece in the history of typography. Eric gill had a lot to say and this volume contains 24 of his essays with titles such as slavery and. It is one of the most beautiful books produced in the 20th century, a triumph of the art of the private press. The four gospels, one of the most important fine press books of the 20th century, considered a modern homage to the illuminated manuscript. The golden cockerel press edition of 19291931, illustrated by eric gill, is among the most remarkable. Folio society special and limited editions detail images. Original white pigskin with gill design in gilt on front cover and title in gilt on. In full black goatskin leather with gilt title and designs to front and gilt title to spine. The university of tulsas department of special collections and university archives is proud to announce a very unique acquisition, a copy of eric gills the four gospels. Among his many and varied achievements are the numerous books eric gill designed, both type and illustration the four gospels being among the greatest book productions between the wars robin gartin, british printmakers 18551955.
The four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to the authorized version of king james i with decorations by eric gill. Eric gill our archive otago university university of otago. If you like a lot of illustrations, and are partial to eric gills style, then this is the volume for you. Easton press and mein kampf serve as a good example. If you like a lot of illustrations, and are partial to eric gill s style, then this is the volume for you.
The four gospels, cited as one of the most handsome illustrated books of the 20 th century, was published by golden cockerel press in 1931. Together with the four gospels and the reproduction and robert gibbings memories of eric gill. The eric gill society is a resource for the work and history of eric gill and the guild of st joseph, founded in ditchling, sussex. Eric gill, the book among all books in which roman type has been best mated with. Reproduction of the golden cockerel press edition of the four gospels of the. Luxury limited edition of the four gospels 2007 eric gill folio. This has discouraged me in the past from buying on impulse.
Folio society four gospels eric gill limited edition brand new. The four gospels, the four gospels of lord jesus christ according to the authorised version of king james i. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. According to the authorized version of the king james i. One of the most beautiful and beloved books of the private press movement, and a showcase for eric gills engravings and typeface, the four gospels is reproduced as an exquisite new folio society edition.
According to the authorized version of king james i. Gill sans the typographer, not the man gill sans perpetua, etc. The four gospels eric gill folio society limited edition. As with all their books, these will be part of my cherished library. As for the folio society four gospels, it is a beautifullyreproduced edition of the original, with improved binding. Jan 19, 2016 the four gospels, the four gospels of lord jesus christ according to the authorised version of king james i. I noted on another thread that the four gospels le was going for a song on ebay.
The four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to. Ardis books item for sale ardis books folio society. One of the most beautiful and beloved books of the private press movement, and a showcase for eric gill s engravings and typeface, the four gospel s is reproduced as an exquisite new folio society edition. I think it can be read in a number of ways, too often we read it just as a reference book, which is not the way it was intended of course. Hardback, full goatskin, housed in the original clamshell slipcase. Also in the box is an accompanying volume the four gospels, eric gill and the golden cockerel type by john dreyfus, published by the folio society, 2007. Facsimile copy of the four gospels of the lord jesus christ according to the authorized version of king james i with decorations by eric gill, printed and. Folio society buying and selling on the internet, always.
Jul 12, 2017 eric gill four gospels limited edition. Limited edition of 2750 of which this is number 599. A limited edition of the four gospels published in 2007 by the folio society. Nobody can compare to the quality and service of the folio society. The four gospels is commonly considered one of the greatest press books of the late 19th and early 20th century, alongside the doves bible, and the kelmscott chaucer. Tus mcfarlin library acquires a copy of eric gills the four gospels how to get expressive with typography monique thomas. King henrys prayer book mint folio society deluxe limited velvet bound 1980. The four gospels of the lord jesus christ, according to the authorized version of king james i, with decorations by eric gill book description published by folio society, london, 2007, facsimile edition of the 1931 original. Full morocco, blocked in 24carat gold with a design featuring eric gills four symbols for matthew, mark, luke and john, supported in a blindblocked frame, all edges gilt. Printed on batchelor handmade paper with wood engraved illustrations 34. Folio society tolkien collection bookcravings duration. A limited edition of 2750 copies, this is number 818.
The folio society book of the 100 greatest portraits folio society 2004. The folio society oxford reference desk set four volumes 2002. The book is a wonderful example of artistic concepts and craftsmanship in. One of 480 copies out of a total edition of 600 copies. The four gospels of the lord jesus christ folio society. Complete with separate volume of essays by second volume of essays by john drayfus and robert gibbings. Conceived in the fruitful mind of robert gibbings, this is the golden cockerel book usually compared with the doves bible and the kelmscott. Printed on batchelor handmade paper with woodengraved illustrations 34. A beautiful reproduction by the folio society of the original limited edition by the golden cockerel press. The four gospels eric gill folio society limited edition 2007. I hadnt really paid to much attention to this in the past but had a look at the fs video online and was taken by the artwork that gill has complimented the gospels with.