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Sleeping Christ, c. 1924 (stone)
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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 (14 miles from
Abergavenny, wales) period of the 1920s which was home to an artistic community. Examples of
Gill's sculpture done during this period are fairly rare. It is Job 899 in Gill's ledgers and was carved
for his own pleasure. Gill sent this sculpture to the Goupil Gallery Spring exhibition on 5 March
1925. Priced at £70, Charles Rutherston bought it there.); © Manchester Art Gallery ; Gift of Mr Charles Lambert Rutherston
Media ID 32120112
© Manchester Art Gallery Gift of Mr Charles Lambert Rutherston / Bridgeman Images
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The print captures the exquisite sculpture titled "Sleeping Christ" created by Eric Gill in 1924. Measuring 31x43 cm, this stone masterpiece is housed at the Manchester Art Gallery in the UK. During his time at Capel-y-Fin, a small artistic community located 14 miles from Abergavenny, Wales, Gill produced only a handful of works, making this piece particularly rare and significant. Carved for his own pleasure, it holds the distinction of being Job 899 in Gill's ledgers. Gill submitted this sculpture to the Goupil Gallery Spring exhibition on March 5th, 1925. Priced at £70, it was eventually purchased by Charles Rutherston during the exhibition itself. The artwork portrays Christ peacefully asleep; an expression of rest and tranquility captured with remarkable skill and artistry. The attention to detail is evident in every curve and contour of the sculpture. Eric Gill (1882-1940), also known as Arthur Eric Rowton Gill or Eric Gill RA, was a renowned sculptor from England who left an indelible mark on British art history. This particular piece showcases his exceptional talent and mastery over stone carving. As we gaze upon this photograph print from Fine Art Finder provided by Bridgeman Images, we are transported into a moment frozen in time - witnessing not just an artwork but also experiencing its profound spiritual essence that transcends centuries.
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