tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50798890509889069862024-03-26T23:36:09.110-07:00Goreyanaampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.comBlogger733125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-82283600135095220212024-03-19T06:26:00.000-07:002024-03-19T06:26:30.802-07:00Edward Gorey House 2024 Exhibition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4MA7fSZL_YmRZtmzGJxAnRenU86MrssHnB6wZGRJD4oH4KmYsOErEoxp_gJRxLCrtCdLVoMhIQlyiq5f0Nzduel673tEs6cSgqJYF0sDvirV9GhbEkU9Jk4uj8DE4KjmvYY68xtG2PzJwKewdt5gITTqOC1q5eGY4U7UdXWhQak_2on0zZa4d4jrHfyCs/s1721/Edward%20Gorey%20House%202024%20Exhibit.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1203" data-original-width="1721" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4MA7fSZL_YmRZtmzGJxAnRenU86MrssHnB6wZGRJD4oH4KmYsOErEoxp_gJRxLCrtCdLVoMhIQlyiq5f0Nzduel673tEs6cSgqJYF0sDvirV9GhbEkU9Jk4uj8DE4KjmvYY68xtG2PzJwKewdt5gITTqOC1q5eGY4U7UdXWhQak_2on0zZa4d4jrHfyCs/w400-h280/Edward%20Gorey%20House%202024%20Exhibit.png" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The Edward Gorey House opens its 2024 exhibition <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Exquisite Corpse; Edward Gorey's Movable Books</span></b></i> on April 4th. The exhibition focuses on Mr. Gorey's fascination with books as interactive objects. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLIIvVQhwwDXFfghcbH5XOWKevlDDTAEYZMn6u7EVXkBXYBbUZVpkSe2k4MpGM7Nsy8-Cjb3ed9AP719HaE2nzPYVHHxXj4ILXbip0pkx40oXBxYUOWeR4m3merHKVKUxWFLCF6NUTdINl-29OC3dRb0iHDrudbvkkWP2svIuFUJylV3d8PsijbjJG6RFz/s999/Edward%20Gorey%20Tunnel%20Calamity%20Entrance.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="859" data-original-width="999" height="344" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLIIvVQhwwDXFfghcbH5XOWKevlDDTAEYZMn6u7EVXkBXYBbUZVpkSe2k4MpGM7Nsy8-Cjb3ed9AP719HaE2nzPYVHHxXj4ILXbip0pkx40oXBxYUOWeR4m3merHKVKUxWFLCF6NUTdINl-29OC3dRb0iHDrudbvkkWP2svIuFUJylV3d8PsijbjJG6RFz/w400-h344/Edward%20Gorey%20Tunnel%20Calamity%20Entrance.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">While the act of reading a book is an interaction between an author and his audience, pop-up, accordion pleated, and cut apart books take that engagement one step further, often blurring the line between book and toy.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9LxDQNaunNt7F0TgPxeuPEDk3e-5I-byot84BG3rRPCumsVhD4eQbfKlvsegyfJM6EnwKJXmA610hi_acAAe3NC2aDQTIA3Aarg1PXh8XekJZz3OMaB85bzeg3vFQm1RgKfU0BIPxVaMFkRwI5EYOne7QyHyEzFx-HKJv9SVedZ-d4qdzN_bNhDOBWzb3/s1071/Edward%20Gorey%20ED%20Ward%20Back%20Cover%20.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1071" data-original-width="757" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9LxDQNaunNt7F0TgPxeuPEDk3e-5I-byot84BG3rRPCumsVhD4eQbfKlvsegyfJM6EnwKJXmA610hi_acAAe3NC2aDQTIA3Aarg1PXh8XekJZz3OMaB85bzeg3vFQm1RgKfU0BIPxVaMFkRwI5EYOne7QyHyEzFx-HKJv9SVedZ-d4qdzN_bNhDOBWzb3/w283-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20ED%20Ward%20Back%20Cover%20.jpg" width="283" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">These publications can only be fully experienced through the physical interaction of the reader in the same way that a toy can be admired, but only comes alive when played with. The artwork included in the exhibition explores Edward Gorey's imagination and the precision with which he created these works.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-4f2DkUfT3D-I-VC6v0BlELvcY6a3xqIym6MwotEKG-IjPHiGtDXA9JYJsHvI1SzPkuoIS0CfoxGyeFYJCtSV4PhTb53-k_-j8g9k0gtvjggPzbZcUR9QLuvAJi7bF1DObXqdIKGsTi6j_501AeqTCxjbl7ht1_PdLzM_xn7HktFilTiH5X_Gdxj_Ycht/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Tunnel%20Calamity%20back%20cover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1027" data-original-width="1080" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-4f2DkUfT3D-I-VC6v0BlELvcY6a3xqIym6MwotEKG-IjPHiGtDXA9JYJsHvI1SzPkuoIS0CfoxGyeFYJCtSV4PhTb53-k_-j8g9k0gtvjggPzbZcUR9QLuvAJi7bF1DObXqdIKGsTi6j_501AeqTCxjbl7ht1_PdLzM_xn7HktFilTiH5X_Gdxj_Ycht/w400-h380/Edward%20Gorey%20Tunnel%20Calamity%20back%20cover.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">For more information and to plan your visit, go to <a href="http://www.edwardgoreyhouse.org">www.edwardgoreyhouse.org</a>. Now it also the time to renew or take out a House Membership to enjoy many benefits including discounts from the online and in person Gorey Store.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Images courtesy The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust and The Edward Gorey House.</span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-31463425014378314822024-02-22T06:14:00.000-08:002024-02-22T06:14:03.293-08:00Happy Birthday Edward Gorey!<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtQ-oQz3kDD8TobzkAPGKoSiXfwOenXBXkNPxVdl880a0iiBokYF7zYml1wcpuqZG1WE47UdIbVIsncKfA6kzvgMxKrl3h464VqNAZPSQJa5BLXbzsjlG9i8aoVsGsOGcB1frwjmR98_wVK9nHFuSBD21718_WCdOO3-SgzxPAI6gSw3S4GMolBDBroNSy/s400/Gorey%20Birthday%20Photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="391" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtQ-oQz3kDD8TobzkAPGKoSiXfwOenXBXkNPxVdl880a0iiBokYF7zYml1wcpuqZG1WE47UdIbVIsncKfA6kzvgMxKrl3h464VqNAZPSQJa5BLXbzsjlG9i8aoVsGsOGcB1frwjmR98_wVK9nHFuSBD21718_WCdOO3-SgzxPAI6gSw3S4GMolBDBroNSy/w391-h400/Gorey%20Birthday%20Photo.jpg" width="391" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey (1925 - 2000) was born on this date 99 years ago! <br /></span><p></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-44851852035976459342024-02-16T07:27:00.000-08:002024-02-16T19:42:43.050-08:00Rework, Repair, Redraw<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6tgTthdiLG0Lq2QnEKRS0UuBDUtEhMsSxUgUjfM8jr6Z8y3Q0OX0IJbdpgD8TpEb5TtwkiuhgasgyznS14in5nDhDt1O95BXvoijAs-c2_tkiMr0rPoMk6D9ji91qUlRa44N7LM1GGiifDre4-_-Pw0yDfzNQhV5TkNp6Sj7GG16kw0vz5rE04DEPmgiz/s864/Edward%20Gorey%20Un%20Cadeau%20Ennuyeux%20Christmas%20Card%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="864" data-original-width="683" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6tgTthdiLG0Lq2QnEKRS0UuBDUtEhMsSxUgUjfM8jr6Z8y3Q0OX0IJbdpgD8TpEb5TtwkiuhgasgyznS14in5nDhDt1O95BXvoijAs-c2_tkiMr0rPoMk6D9ji91qUlRa44N7LM1GGiifDre4-_-Pw0yDfzNQhV5TkNp6Sj7GG16kw0vz5rE04DEPmgiz/w316-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Un%20Cadeau%20Ennuyeux%20Christmas%20Card%20.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey was a imaginative illustrator who was master at creating intricately detailed artworks. While his drawings are highly prized and collected as works of art in their own right, Mr. Gorey's original intention in creating the pieces was to illustrate books, stories, articles, cards and posters. Because his focus was on how and image would be reproduced rather than on the artwork itself, it is not unusual to find corrections on the original art.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Trained "on the job" while working at Anchor Publishing in the 1950's, Edward Gorey intimately understood the printing process of the time and knew how to best create images for reproduction. As an illustrator for hire, he also understood printing deadlines and would take the most expedient path to finishing a piece. This meant that when a drawing required a change, he would have to decide how to fix the problem swiftly. His three options were to either rework, repair, or redraw the piece of artwork. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Rework</b> - The simplest way to correct an errant line in a pen and ink illustration is to use opaque white paint. This method is universally adapted by illustrators but not by fine artists. A small dab of opaque white paint is applied to hide the offending line which then becomes invisible when photographed for printing.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY-dQ3t0cm9SsgDlhnZXuM9XcPYuvAUjDyb5z26r_4C4paiawCJqGehSCl_x82G384io_k20XSuPAC1vSRFDcvWGKy2469HmS27uDlz1oXhsKMVJl7HMxeJhFm7J-wS8Vh2p0z4jjmVYXcB0AiDPzPOgTtxsrMu0jaBaKTy8AdZ9CT4cZjikJcF9pro5Ji/s1431/Edward%20Gorey%20Fonthill.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1431" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY-dQ3t0cm9SsgDlhnZXuM9XcPYuvAUjDyb5z26r_4C4paiawCJqGehSCl_x82G384io_k20XSuPAC1vSRFDcvWGKy2469HmS27uDlz1oXhsKMVJl7HMxeJhFm7J-wS8Vh2p0z4jjmVYXcB0AiDPzPOgTtxsrMu0jaBaKTy8AdZ9CT4cZjikJcF9pro5Ji/w335-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Fonthill.jpg" width="335" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">This correction is usually noticeable to the naked eye when viewing the art in person but since the intent of the drawing is reproduction, the fix is invisible in the final printed piece. These quick fixes can sometimes become quite noticeable if the paper tones over time whereas the paint remains bright white. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh5XgbIp4e4ovWLGkaw3Xsr0XHEOs2_eTP60iURI3vgdDWUCw-f3kCtPWR36YLJPFMdnet50o1yetRV7n228m9hlTZ7n80wQocISvU_Q1xVVWY1wbg4kiFLE4xZm7NrirzKRm-TcK5oC8ghmZxNdrY4h_FQnohpg9aPOMPSTGRGjvM1v6P2P8jH15uq7U3/s753/Edward%20Gorey%20Fonthill%20detail.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="403" data-original-width="753" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh5XgbIp4e4ovWLGkaw3Xsr0XHEOs2_eTP60iURI3vgdDWUCw-f3kCtPWR36YLJPFMdnet50o1yetRV7n228m9hlTZ7n80wQocISvU_Q1xVVWY1wbg4kiFLE4xZm7NrirzKRm-TcK5oC8ghmZxNdrY4h_FQnohpg9aPOMPSTGRGjvM1v6P2P8jH15uq7U3/w400-h214/Edward%20Gorey%20Fonthill%20detail.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The paper for both the <i>Fonthill </i>dust jacket/spine and the <i>Un Cadeau Ennuyeux</i> pieces have toned over time to show the painted corrections. The Fonthill drawing, which shows rather extensive correction appears to have been completely finished when something was either spilled nearby or there was an ink spatter while creating the work. The <i>Un Cadeau Ennuyeux</i> correction is a minor typography fix which would hardly call attention to itself but for the discoloration of the paper.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ8G-esIklhSxFWEnU4HqGYmD33lv-k70kQC2uTPLjBJKKl98jROTY33EvvvtJdtfWHU7n6XsjlPjVgCVwPoMlqh-T20EbRkcrg_0hJ0VNokLTkG2HA-qYmzZqSw-kQ6xTx1s-GIMoY_rk5rtgUEB-lKwLoW1oQAXhuqgyTCIheO9fQeG4HDac1UzvJzZM/s299/Edward%20Gorey%20Un%20Cadeau%20Ennuyeux%20detail.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="299" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ8G-esIklhSxFWEnU4HqGYmD33lv-k70kQC2uTPLjBJKKl98jROTY33EvvvtJdtfWHU7n6XsjlPjVgCVwPoMlqh-T20EbRkcrg_0hJ0VNokLTkG2HA-qYmzZqSw-kQ6xTx1s-GIMoY_rk5rtgUEB-lKwLoW1oQAXhuqgyTCIheO9fQeG4HDac1UzvJzZM/w400-h245/Edward%20Gorey%20Un%20Cadeau%20Ennuyeux%20detail.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Repair</b> - For more extensive changes, the illustrator can repair an image by "pasting up" a new piece of paper over the problem area and then correcting the image. This choice is most often employed because the drawing has been completed or is nearing completion, so the artist uses this method to make major adjustments to the image rather than starting over. Paste-ups are be found fairly frequently on Edward Gorey's illustrations, especially when typography within the image needs to be changed. <br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxztu91Q5scFkDxRz17O83ITvMT58JG_E8r-hiO2sI2RHfkRNgQXUgHqIna4TttvHOmr_yoofvpzo6MoaQsMqAsRFlhD_M-d6YV1qb6zQXDfLrQ-4P8ypl0NAioXQJHDm-mO42qKKR0pbavwfZI1aWqneI6B-RHyWeVVJclUYx2ukjjroW9d2nyJLmSrPP/s651/Edward%20Gorey%20Scrap%20Irony%20%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="651" data-original-width="456" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxztu91Q5scFkDxRz17O83ITvMT58JG_E8r-hiO2sI2RHfkRNgQXUgHqIna4TttvHOmr_yoofvpzo6MoaQsMqAsRFlhD_M-d6YV1qb6zQXDfLrQ-4P8ypl0NAioXQJHDm-mO42qKKR0pbavwfZI1aWqneI6B-RHyWeVVJclUYx2ukjjroW9d2nyJLmSrPP/w280-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Scrap%20Irony%20%20.jpg" width="280" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The repair is usually very obvious when the art is viewed in person, but once again is invisible to the camera. Edward Gorey favored a quick drying library paste for these fixes. Unfortunately, this glue turns dark brown fairly quickly, so it is not unusual to see traces of the glue around the paste-up area. Depending on the paper itself and the gusto with which it was applied, the glue can also leave a dark stain that seeps through to the surface of the overlay. This archively problematic glue also becomes brittle as it drys out and it is not unusual to find the paste-up curling or falling off the surface of the drawing.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUfI_bB1_4gPg0c_HBfK_4ZYSKeqHmWhl5-2EgZeKNL6O_PlqC4zzaX4JUOceU8jjbU3H1jyscV2DNogxuY5x99ysilrO24KpNxDxF2uFVNZFhbOcvycZmp22QvMc4ttyxgd7mCjkUONOhKcEcu29CPb3yS8Sc66KPYCO5UvU-viyCRbZMN9VveUjDoxvh/s906/Edward%20Gorey%20Scrap%20Irony%20correction.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="702" data-original-width="906" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUfI_bB1_4gPg0c_HBfK_4ZYSKeqHmWhl5-2EgZeKNL6O_PlqC4zzaX4JUOceU8jjbU3H1jyscV2DNogxuY5x99ysilrO24KpNxDxF2uFVNZFhbOcvycZmp22QvMc4ttyxgd7mCjkUONOhKcEcu29CPb3yS8Sc66KPYCO5UvU-viyCRbZMN9VveUjDoxvh/w400-h310/Edward%20Gorey%20Scrap%20Irony%20correction.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">When <i>Scrap Irony</i> went into a second printing and changed publishers, Edward Gorey modified the original artwork with two paste-ups. The date was changed from 1961 to 1962 and that paste up is still in place today. The larger paste-up with the publisher's name change fell off and was lost before I acquired this piece of art. The discoloration from the glue residue is clearly seen on the woman's scarf.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh84JMKjQJakOXOc9NH94UGp8rblrcXMvdjFEY8JJH1QIIWgaddLaX3mgLuPkitpXcabcMM1CT7XR9LZRa8gSNdYCvKqm3AmjHl7dd2whIsZ0kIZU1_hrCGrZ-BifBtEA0H-8KWmWIdTkKltB7Prds4JC8yor2MVWbkrLT3Js7urRTEYoRIUKnPErQpc_jf/s2043/Edward%20Gorey%20The%20Worsted%20Monster%20Cover%20Art%20rough.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1216" data-original-width="2043" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh84JMKjQJakOXOc9NH94UGp8rblrcXMvdjFEY8JJH1QIIWgaddLaX3mgLuPkitpXcabcMM1CT7XR9LZRa8gSNdYCvKqm3AmjHl7dd2whIsZ0kIZU1_hrCGrZ-BifBtEA0H-8KWmWIdTkKltB7Prds4JC8yor2MVWbkrLT3Js7urRTEYoRIUKnPErQpc_jf/w400-h238/Edward%20Gorey%20The%20Worsted%20Monster%20Cover%20Art%20rough.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The cover art for <i>The Worsted Monster</i>, an unpublished book created in the 1950's by Edward Gorey, clearly shows the title paste-up precariously held in place by dried out glue. Nudging the paste-up, the title fell off quite easily to expose the original title lettering. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKsiLIGljHurWflgFIoAUjNZ9URbxXGwmXk_s9jNT6RgoKnTwmjmuopyE8mAf0XJiJyV9zt_1M-8Hckc5bs7cUqN7oQxMoE-TDo8WSGQsSNboSDx4tq1PsoOGQasETSfOCEGxdrmZT052QR8ZyurVjKh_M5lrX8bqJvt1wVbgSO76bn9m5xzzS5NrMZg7s/s1068/Edward%20Gorey%20Worsted%20Monster%20old%20and%20new%20titles%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1068" data-original-width="963" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKsiLIGljHurWflgFIoAUjNZ9URbxXGwmXk_s9jNT6RgoKnTwmjmuopyE8mAf0XJiJyV9zt_1M-8Hckc5bs7cUqN7oQxMoE-TDo8WSGQsSNboSDx4tq1PsoOGQasETSfOCEGxdrmZT052QR8ZyurVjKh_M5lrX8bqJvt1wVbgSO76bn9m5xzzS5NrMZg7s/w361-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Worsted%20Monster%20old%20and%20new%20titles%20.jpg" width="361" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">After neutralizing the dried glue, the original title was reattached to the artwork using archival materials.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMNEufS1brBt4jp-pUtxoL67G5-tmr5CNZpedzUIwLLjlR0FCivlKmImAIfZFw5spZxfuBP8WOFNpSqAxmjLnCJu_7nc2VCJQqOsZ3LTohaFpDwzVkzhdCNmstKx_dfxhfkE5hSUhp8Jvulc_UKB3ZlVsjNOxq7J3nZfJve-w0bORI7xMg-EfNrz2xRuAk/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Worsted%20Monster%20Cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="890" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMNEufS1brBt4jp-pUtxoL67G5-tmr5CNZpedzUIwLLjlR0FCivlKmImAIfZFw5spZxfuBP8WOFNpSqAxmjLnCJu_7nc2VCJQqOsZ3LTohaFpDwzVkzhdCNmstKx_dfxhfkE5hSUhp8Jvulc_UKB3ZlVsjNOxq7J3nZfJve-w0bORI7xMg-EfNrz2xRuAk/w330-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Worsted%20Monster%20Cover.jpg" width="330" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Redraw</b> - The most extreme method of fixing a drawing is to start over completely. This is undertaken either because the image needs so many changes that it cannot be modified, or because the artist realizes very quickly that they should stop and begin again.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT6HyEomHLwTTBjLlfZ6yTnhs0i604ddZTJOa9bCFUpuRs5wiUuit-ZA1473Ya99rEwKw4BFg6p1dwxy0qz3gzwgQFGNM5r0Ft8rmkT6FqigXxweNb-8CXEdIuKYBi9dgjNK66c9o6jnQ-H1soE0gb4VqkQR-26jZP6Qrz6ssmKOe9qqg0YMFKmo0puhXF/s1203/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Les%20Insectes%20Cyclistes%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1203" data-original-width="740" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT6HyEomHLwTTBjLlfZ6yTnhs0i604ddZTJOa9bCFUpuRs5wiUuit-ZA1473Ya99rEwKw4BFg6p1dwxy0qz3gzwgQFGNM5r0Ft8rmkT6FqigXxweNb-8CXEdIuKYBi9dgjNK66c9o6jnQ-H1soE0gb4VqkQR-26jZP6Qrz6ssmKOe9qqg0YMFKmo0puhXF/w246-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Les%20Insectes%20Cyclistes%20.jpg" width="246" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">A prime example of replacing an image is <i>Les Insectes Cyclistes</i> from <i>The Broken Spoke</i> (1976). Initially assumed to be a sketch for the final art, it becomes obvious that Edward Gorey was working on the final artwork when he changed his mind as to how he was rendering the long legged insect's antenna. In the abandoned attempt, the antenna is lush and feathery while in the final artwork, the antenna is drawn as a thin line.</span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUWZ806MobzMjzWjgw4a33RVh4vtXKbA_o1TboGiZ9ynQpbTdaUsQgew-wFrmtkGg2S1iNIpfpsDZhG68mzSo_7kQupmHvwHWT0_UMq0V-cN4UY5dpoMYDM71JdKDc5CfEFP6cTHvgfRgihoSGbPx4r5TWqUyjfdJPLVuePhYeAixSdaIJ4oeoEMupa7xN/s1215/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20les%20Insect%20cyclists%20first%20attempt.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1215" data-original-width="855" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUWZ806MobzMjzWjgw4a33RVh4vtXKbA_o1TboGiZ9ynQpbTdaUsQgew-wFrmtkGg2S1iNIpfpsDZhG68mzSo_7kQupmHvwHWT0_UMq0V-cN4UY5dpoMYDM71JdKDc5CfEFP6cTHvgfRgihoSGbPx4r5TWqUyjfdJPLVuePhYeAixSdaIJ4oeoEMupa7xN/w281-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20les%20Insect%20cyclists%20first%20attempt.jpg" width="281" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">The precision in which the first attempt is executed clearly shows that Edward Gorey was creating a final piece of art. Mr. Gorey always started finished drawings by laying down the razor thin border line that would determine the perimeter of the drawing. When sketching out an idea, he might indicate a border but would not take care to render a finely defined line. The figures would also be more loosely rendered in a sketch. So why start over rather than fix with a dab of paint or a paste-up?</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbqZbSWyVaihYwl2wj3iPOB05-qovMyI8j4_hgzBUSTauxtwUQfWTiRXfcoQZNnIWn-irWLP5R5KWL6-4c0AGN6qG2FZ-vRT6uoooFLUnEhwVoyckpUkW40eqFbEURk_i9ECVv6il9bvWqyo5z0ZtSiLUKOnFnT33eekbi5mJ8oA8vVnN2jqA-0fQvKKdB/s737/Edward%20Gorey%20Insect%20Cyclests%20Corrections.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="647" data-original-width="737" height="351" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbqZbSWyVaihYwl2wj3iPOB05-qovMyI8j4_hgzBUSTauxtwUQfWTiRXfcoQZNnIWn-irWLP5R5KWL6-4c0AGN6qG2FZ-vRT6uoooFLUnEhwVoyckpUkW40eqFbEURk_i9ECVv6il9bvWqyo5z0ZtSiLUKOnFnT33eekbi5mJ8oA8vVnN2jqA-0fQvKKdB/w400-h351/Edward%20Gorey%20Insect%20Cyclests%20Corrections.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The answer lies in the fact that the drawing was in the very early stages and the background was going to be delicately painted in yellow watercolor. Watercolor paint will not cover white correction paint and the edges of the paper used for a paste-up prevent an even surface to the watercolor, so Mr Gorey decided it was best to begin the drawing over.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>When considering a purchase of a piece of illustration art, some collectors shy away from works with noticeable corrections, while others celebrate the changes because they show the thought process and involvement of the artist while creating the piece. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><span>Images from my collection, and courtesy Russell Lehrer, Swann Auction Galleries and Freeman's/Hindman Auction House</span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span><br /></span></span></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-75141963645035862392024-01-01T18:03:00.000-08:002024-01-06T20:45:15.502-08:00Auction News - A Gorey Start to 2024<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv3LYxPBMHmDvvgDFqBbOruWhXDc78KHtkAyB2ye43T1EEs5ex9qySzHsPMffZsMd9B_DmUK6kSpbBSlMtasAWkG5e67Cp7fjCkgEOZumEJQBYaKE7Kkk_pH5CCulJ_RM9UNgYTKTKC64Mm6t-UKWfZXDRCJ-NeK-a8pROjLC5uJ-kc7r8o-hWVhC2IfrH/s1500/Edward%20Gorey%20Tennis%20Anyone%3F.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1195" data-original-width="1500" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv3LYxPBMHmDvvgDFqBbOruWhXDc78KHtkAyB2ye43T1EEs5ex9qySzHsPMffZsMd9B_DmUK6kSpbBSlMtasAWkG5e67Cp7fjCkgEOZumEJQBYaKE7Kkk_pH5CCulJ_RM9UNgYTKTKC64Mm6t-UKWfZXDRCJ-NeK-a8pROjLC5uJ-kc7r8o-hWVhC2IfrH/w400-h319/Edward%20Gorey%20Tennis%20Anyone%3F.JPG" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">With the New Year's Eve fireworks still ringing in everyone's ears, 2024 started with a bang at Nadeau's Auction Gallery in Windsor, Connecticut. Their Annual New Year's Day auction included one piece of original art by Edward Gorey. <i><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Tennis</span></b></i> was #25 of the 46 pieces of original art Mr. Gorey created for his 1974 Graham Gallery exhibition and sale in New York City. Tennis sold for $11,520.00 (hammer price plus buyer's premium), signaling a promising start for pieces by Edward Gorey that may come to auction in the coming year.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgarPUd4csZZU7ETlVnty79kP7hxkx7zSj9ulJSKIOg78A0zQGxOCO5C75jzuzix3eBZTrHsBPfgodPFFCdXF9-JZw5UvufNPMxQo-qSpLoPoAlilEJycTHgh-e3MBSuK8Nl8UKxYjRjWuNepzApg9B2Psdbm5wkbYnQ38_ETByZugTVj3PhC88N2YgsXSs/s1431/Edward%20Gorey%20Fonthill.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1431" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgarPUd4csZZU7ETlVnty79kP7hxkx7zSj9ulJSKIOg78A0zQGxOCO5C75jzuzix3eBZTrHsBPfgodPFFCdXF9-JZw5UvufNPMxQo-qSpLoPoAlilEJycTHgh-e3MBSuK8Nl8UKxYjRjWuNepzApg9B2Psdbm5wkbYnQ38_ETByZugTVj3PhC88N2YgsXSs/w335-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Fonthill.jpg" width="335" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Last year the Gorey auction scene also began strong in January 2023 with a $7500.00 price for the cover art Edward Gorey created for the novel Fonthill in 1973. In an enexpected move, this piece of art reappeared at a different auction house in June and failed to sell. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT-VNCTNjfqXeaIVyCB48r75fSQYO4X47zMas6ID2xNU9L9iAwV7ydH2eneMEER3TytwLNyqWgC2mRaNEZknnku9vnKJGoFnApxIVbrvlNQV2sOud_hvk7KQHLfbUSQqUqhmTHkxZT1C3N8kMEFqoXJvVoU5VxGCbfuJKMkuW4-kXABec9_CByRTjH39pZ/s1391/Edward%20Gorey%20Rago%20June%202023.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1048" data-original-width="1391" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT-VNCTNjfqXeaIVyCB48r75fSQYO4X47zMas6ID2xNU9L9iAwV7ydH2eneMEER3TytwLNyqWgC2mRaNEZknnku9vnKJGoFnApxIVbrvlNQV2sOud_hvk7KQHLfbUSQqUqhmTHkxZT1C3N8kMEFqoXJvVoU5VxGCbfuJKMkuW4-kXABec9_CByRTjH39pZ/w400-h301/Edward%20Gorey%20Rago%20June%202023.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">A complete set of the limited edition etchings Edward Gorey created with Diogenes in 1978 (each print numbered 59/120) sold for $3144.00 at Rago Arts and Auction Center on June 1st, 2023. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjWD_gHuWnPdUivXtYForcUFa8Asd0Y4tfwmLQIEPUbTljtcThWNtml4KSeFfl5VMFpL_l3uNyOBYaaNzSai1fc7iH8fvi_fovirWb7mWKf9HiFnagZLy5XmGpmUr0gSUy-S8ol18eY6OGDz-JhPgJW0g5cobsvJ4LYq6g-I9WByfBZtV7fe0duGvM6mc0/s1599/Edward%20Gorey%20Cat%20on%20a%20mantle..jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1599" data-original-width="926" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjWD_gHuWnPdUivXtYForcUFa8Asd0Y4tfwmLQIEPUbTljtcThWNtml4KSeFfl5VMFpL_l3uNyOBYaaNzSai1fc7iH8fvi_fovirWb7mWKf9HiFnagZLy5XmGpmUr0gSUy-S8ol18eY6OGDz-JhPgJW0g5cobsvJ4LYq6g-I9WByfBZtV7fe0duGvM6mc0/w231-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Cat%20on%20a%20mantle..jpg" width="231" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The next auction of Gorey original artworks was the highly anticipated </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span><b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">The Edward Gorey Cocktail Party; or, A Nocturne At The Strand</span></i></b> fundraiser hosted by the Edward Gorey Charitable Trust on August 9th. Seven pieces of original art were auctioned at the charity event including <i><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Cat on a mantle.</span></b></i> which sold for $3600.00. (see the blog postings from August 2023 to view all the art that was sold).<br /></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif4kgBUoQbdihPM8S1W6hJ8eDyfAxlaC86NieOiQxpmscqQ500mDEpudNuWkzVnjJ8GVjbL9TYD6uljAyW-SfwhglAyjl7hX7mK6Gwhka4YTM4W_ilPF60yKJZDm2IwqQqWNjx8aY6kOiJy07shWfSfyst8jCPlMwwqymdsoTdsCkoiFYyeC1ASs9B0Yf-/s2554/Edward%20Gorey%20Heritage%20auction%20photos.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1956" data-original-width="2554" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif4kgBUoQbdihPM8S1W6hJ8eDyfAxlaC86NieOiQxpmscqQ500mDEpudNuWkzVnjJ8GVjbL9TYD6uljAyW-SfwhglAyjl7hX7mK6Gwhka4YTM4W_ilPF60yKJZDm2IwqQqWNjx8aY6kOiJy07shWfSfyst8jCPlMwwqymdsoTdsCkoiFYyeC1ASs9B0Yf-/w400-h306/Edward%20Gorey%20Heritage%20auction%20photos.png" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>The fall auction schedule had a strong showing with four original works by Edward Gorey selling at Heritage Auctions of Dallas, Texas on October 6. The three lots shown above are a two page spread <i><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Three Ladies beside the Sea</span></b></i> which sold for $7500.00, <i><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Fibroid Studge</span></b></i> from The Unrest-Cure which sold for $6000.00 and two drawings from <i><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Merry, Rose and Christmas Tree June</span></b></i> which were sold together for $3500.00.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinE5njWvq0_cFdbE9V_okyQ0yCFyBIvtYi1M5IoDjMmGvkoeklJU_NFmoSOa-LC5_FJFOeCBjxlZYAFiWSF9vSXES33I74wTQT7cf29Y-gCQfpY2LcQs0GQ7hn-tS1hdD8K_Oh4c1Fdh_KxX5NGndcq_Tyny8rQvGa96IkJ7BuZN8buaIrceh_HjjLDQ5y/s1106/Edward%20Gorey%20Scottish%20Fling%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="911" data-original-width="1106" height="330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinE5njWvq0_cFdbE9V_okyQ0yCFyBIvtYi1M5IoDjMmGvkoeklJU_NFmoSOa-LC5_FJFOeCBjxlZYAFiWSF9vSXES33I74wTQT7cf29Y-gCQfpY2LcQs0GQ7hn-tS1hdD8K_Oh4c1Fdh_KxX5NGndcq_Tyny8rQvGa96IkJ7BuZN8buaIrceh_HjjLDQ5y/w400-h330/Edward%20Gorey%20Scottish%20Fling%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>A fourth drawing <i><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Scottish Fling</span></b></i> is a lively dance image created for use as a note card for the New York City Ballet. This piece sold for $4250.00.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgol5p0tfAm5O-4jT0nE8cX8xmreqAkrg1hCV3Bf0cLrtkTAqDPl9wBz73M6Cburk-wG3G93tjVwgDr3ge0I-gVYQH2vkbgVudzCW6pK0AAQqZyLV_gI0dYjog1GbIwfx2pjbNQ5bDB9QXBWskvHW8Z65_OtMbXc6UD6pRN8quRhK9LgSViT9wZe9J4VrDQ/s1151/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Contestants%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1151" data-original-width="798" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgol5p0tfAm5O-4jT0nE8cX8xmreqAkrg1hCV3Bf0cLrtkTAqDPl9wBz73M6Cburk-wG3G93tjVwgDr3ge0I-gVYQH2vkbgVudzCW6pK0AAQqZyLV_gI0dYjog1GbIwfx2pjbNQ5bDB9QXBWskvHW8Z65_OtMbXc6UD6pRN8quRhK9LgSViT9wZe9J4VrDQ/w278-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Contestants%20.jpg" width="278" /></a></span></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><span>Freeman's Auction House dominated the Gorey auction scene with their sale on November 16th that included five original works by Edward Gorey. The star of the event, which included numerous works by Mr. Gorey from the collection of Valerie and Matthew Young was </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>A stunning full color painting titled </span><span><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b>Contestants in the annual Trans-Novaya Zemlya Bicycle Race</b></span></i> that sold for $15,120.00. This piece was created for <i>The Broken Spoke</i> in 1976.</span></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>In addition to original art by Edward Gorey, numerous books, prints, posters, stuffed creatures and ephemera have appeared throughout the year at various auction venues, book fairs, and through rare book dealers giving collectors a wide selection of material to covet and acquire. Here's hoping that 2024 will generate even more collecting enthusiasm and excitement.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><span>(photos courtesy of Nadeau's Auction House, Swann Auction Galleries, Rago Arts and Auction Center, Freeman's Auction House, and The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust)</span><span><br /></span></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span> </span></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-48887397426389306002023-12-26T10:36:00.000-08:002023-12-26T10:37:20.852-08:00Christmas Surprises<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYlrpP3AnB8LTL71ERSX-SliUqi91VTG_3Y1VmraS2tTFqBoolfqiN5Sfm7lwJ9GuIlsNeZfRzZV1uaDT14r_-4RRvnOGaBxHWtEybFN2rqIgZZ7dJOSwFNTqUTDv1ewGyN7Q2LcZk-ugvDMPIq_9rdpOgmAFwXHW6VkySuCIab8WTHy_zzTHNa3AHpE3K/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Angel%20figurine.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="783" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYlrpP3AnB8LTL71ERSX-SliUqi91VTG_3Y1VmraS2tTFqBoolfqiN5Sfm7lwJ9GuIlsNeZfRzZV1uaDT14r_-4RRvnOGaBxHWtEybFN2rqIgZZ7dJOSwFNTqUTDv1ewGyN7Q2LcZk-ugvDMPIq_9rdpOgmAFwXHW6VkySuCIab8WTHy_zzTHNa3AHpE3K/w290-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Angel%20figurine.jpg" width="290" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The holiday season was extra Goreylicious this year. Over the past few years, my husband Bill has been creating Earbrass-inspired toys as gifts for me. This year he wanted to create a multipurpose figurine/tree topper inspired by the floating angels Edward Gorey would feature in Christmas Card images. Balancing on one toe, the Earbrass Angel is bringing a tinsel garland to festoon a Christmas tree.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDXpl0BuKMHgH4bk0-l1sedjTBETwXgC_Qd2K6rvu39246kM3gkQd9sdkaQ3TlULGOJjnRizd2nuFyv3VJyh59GtC34NcPd6SQK8cBGhvpqIJa3YzEyD1AXWkUvRCBHI0dwYnrRtle35xbMzJE0412Ge9QYbBY9O66iY4MJmtt_XgViE9gk5Q7t06VsNuw/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Group%20of%20Figures.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="752" data-original-width="1080" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDXpl0BuKMHgH4bk0-l1sedjTBETwXgC_Qd2K6rvu39246kM3gkQd9sdkaQ3TlULGOJjnRizd2nuFyv3VJyh59GtC34NcPd6SQK8cBGhvpqIJa3YzEyD1AXWkUvRCBHI0dwYnrRtle35xbMzJE0412Ge9QYbBY9O66iY4MJmtt_XgViE9gk5Q7t06VsNuw/w400-h279/Edward%20Gorey%20Group%20of%20Figures.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The Angel joins the three other toy figurines he has made annually. The Angel comes complete with a church steeple shaped base to hover above. The body of the Angel has a large spring that gives him a distinctive wobble. </span><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMfGlptcL30nlpLCWV2ol05gI5mJ6wt6ML4IkxF1guSlmwUr4VrRI1mZjgd4nkqRAFAnKIWa3DiP2O5gl0QSEgRNCkBOp6ByXqdKBm5B_mVG3XV3UgatvJPSdwOaBemcj1Aj-3kgIKSu5q5Eup_kvhb3OOrQMgNjAeATBF0aOeFaYfLow1ahHlRwrGc7Zv/s1071/Edward%20Gorey%20Tree%20Topper%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1071" data-original-width="792" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMfGlptcL30nlpLCWV2ol05gI5mJ6wt6ML4IkxF1guSlmwUr4VrRI1mZjgd4nkqRAFAnKIWa3DiP2O5gl0QSEgRNCkBOp6ByXqdKBm5B_mVG3XV3UgatvJPSdwOaBemcj1Aj-3kgIKSu5q5Eup_kvhb3OOrQMgNjAeATBF0aOeFaYfLow1ahHlRwrGc7Zv/w296-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Tree%20Topper%20.jpg" width="296" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Bill designed the Angel to be easily removable from the steeple and also made a large spring shaped support so he can be used on a Christmas tree.<br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF2ZqR488m1nxXV267EoLo_HvUv65by5fiHF14l0T6f9pUKSDTWp-GynEnmagictWjEjhYOM27L3Rv3yYx8O_ScpeHWKn-jCinOSRF3aUBRLd5qKWAKNx13xml3G-IM-D6r8gFPjXv6VT3VXOWyOxsbx9U0l6seBJ7GoMJo80LttwTcnEtdvs1m_J4Iqw2/s2160/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20Ornament%20Heads.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="836" data-original-width="2160" height="155" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF2ZqR488m1nxXV267EoLo_HvUv65by5fiHF14l0T6f9pUKSDTWp-GynEnmagictWjEjhYOM27L3Rv3yYx8O_ScpeHWKn-jCinOSRF3aUBRLd5qKWAKNx13xml3G-IM-D6r8gFPjXv6VT3VXOWyOxsbx9U0l6seBJ7GoMJo80LttwTcnEtdvs1m_J4Iqw2/w400-h155/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20Ornament%20Heads.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">In the process of making the Angel, Bill also made several extra heads. Rather than setting them aside, he decide to turn them into various character ornaments to grace the pink tinsel tree. We now have the beginnings of a Gorey Christmas Tree that will be added to over the years. We are thinking of making a Gorey Bat Garland to grace the tree next Christmas.<br /><br /></span><p></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-4934407364581069622023-12-11T06:34:00.000-08:002024-01-05T05:49:45.638-08:00Edward Gorey Christmas Card Original Artwork<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9KEWHdHGorShpBSFhBLoTd-DYV-HhQjLhl2ydw-tQpoTdsHVSNNWrm_GI-vWjvO6wrQcocQRNSUpvuGN6xzkAfAOn-I8F5xusclKNmY_UvpdKnJSuPnEo9VfS5PtwzksHqJVxe6APtLYjRZoh0lM5ZQt3qFBbKsZBXXlWKBrG55y3AaP5fLM_IJFmA9Vl/s1435/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20in%20the%20Eggplant%20Hills.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1435" data-original-width="1037" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9KEWHdHGorShpBSFhBLoTd-DYV-HhQjLhl2ydw-tQpoTdsHVSNNWrm_GI-vWjvO6wrQcocQRNSUpvuGN6xzkAfAOn-I8F5xusclKNmY_UvpdKnJSuPnEo9VfS5PtwzksHqJVxe6APtLYjRZoh0lM5ZQt3qFBbKsZBXXlWKBrG55y3AaP5fLM_IJFmA9Vl/w289-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20in%20the%20Eggplant%20Hills.jpg" width="289" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey hated Christmas. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This oft repeated statement</span><span style="font-size: large;"> has grown to mythic status, no doubt encouraged Edward Gorey's gleeful hyperbole on the subject when asked about the holiday season. But is the statement fact? </span><span style="font-size: large;">If Edward Gorey did indeed hate Christmas, he certainly didn't express his disdain through his art. In fact, almost every Christmas image he created expresses a childlike wonder and sense of good will for the season.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqXe0rCqb0XQT5lsF8T4CQHiZPuBbinmei7hR6xq4XqGAODbogZxPsL9KPnyROs76h6looT-_1hm2DMlNmFA4tjp7g2TyaHmEzBCsZYO0Px8FlTSRMCVWV1xSN6eAploWtNOXX161dhq2b10RDl9ZQciniQIOWccdqOVD5dGr82Q2_RpgV6FRFYngs-D-L/s1518/Edward%20Gorey%20Joyeux%20Noel.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1020" data-original-width="1518" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqXe0rCqb0XQT5lsF8T4CQHiZPuBbinmei7hR6xq4XqGAODbogZxPsL9KPnyROs76h6looT-_1hm2DMlNmFA4tjp7g2TyaHmEzBCsZYO0Px8FlTSRMCVWV1xSN6eAploWtNOXX161dhq2b10RDl9ZQciniQIOWccdqOVD5dGr82Q2_RpgV6FRFYngs-D-L/w400-h269/Edward%20Gorey%20Joyeux%20Noel.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Beginning in the late 1940's and continuing throughout his career Edward Gorey created so many delightful holiday images that the Christmas Season is a major collecting subcategory within his work. There have been multitudes of Gorey Christmas collectibles produced in the form of books, greeting cards, post cards, gift tags, wrapping paper and mugs. Even with so much material, it is rare to come across Christmas themed original artwork available for purchase. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAjFpHxGQlfAlMGjyN76ZW8WsJwqAg3MscAmcDfdLubcphQWNACi26FaivskVTB4kLiqwwaAAxDF4HuFgVmENpK4d0CbIS1FVQD2EK0AFsPv9N2tmYbxP1z0dX-zVlRo0EzAwsIEOanZBPn7q1TNu2l53iWAl7MI9y3Mo8VwzEtkL-OE7Ll0BGlkwHopp9/s1902/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20in%20Eggplant%20Hills%20black%20full%20image.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1902" data-original-width="1416" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAjFpHxGQlfAlMGjyN76ZW8WsJwqAg3MscAmcDfdLubcphQWNACi26FaivskVTB4kLiqwwaAAxDF4HuFgVmENpK4d0CbIS1FVQD2EK0AFsPv9N2tmYbxP1z0dX-zVlRo0EzAwsIEOanZBPn7q1TNu2l53iWAl7MI9y3Mo8VwzEtkL-OE7Ll0BGlkwHopp9/w298-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20in%20Eggplant%20Hills%20black%20full%20image.jpeg" width="298" /></a></span></div><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">It was a special thrill therefore to be able to have the opportunity to acquire an exceptional piece of original Gorey art with a Christmas theme. <b><i><span style="color: #cc0000;">Christmas in the Eggplant Hills</span></i></b> is a pen and ink drawing created for the Albondocani Press in 1989. The image graced a limited edition Christmas card that was printed in a run of 400 cards. This was the ninth of ten Christmas card images that Edward Gorey created between 1975 and 1990 for the Press.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhCjPqpTtdS52fN1LkVfEJHDsM8dHZZbQM_MEH_V-dM6PPaKF67jz3GCPBnmLcSBLqAaaMzUkDljnVAIAAbXTIT79XjwhxPsyYc9wqgrhte79mvFWTSkEnBRc5Cmv5ePIb1lvuNZ2HREgOMFuJNNFHT8993SrLubVreT-INrnphc5nIUbZXJA0rJiyMwK/s863/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20in%20the%20Eggplant%20Hills%20detail.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="680" data-original-width="863" height="315" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhCjPqpTtdS52fN1LkVfEJHDsM8dHZZbQM_MEH_V-dM6PPaKF67jz3GCPBnmLcSBLqAaaMzUkDljnVAIAAbXTIT79XjwhxPsyYc9wqgrhte79mvFWTSkEnBRc5Cmv5ePIb1lvuNZ2HREgOMFuJNNFHT8993SrLubVreT-INrnphc5nIUbZXJA0rJiyMwK/w400-h315/Edward%20Gorey%20Christmas%20in%20the%20Eggplant%20Hills%20detail.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">When publisher George Bixby would ask Edward Gorey to create Christmas card images for the Albondocani Press, it was not until the artwork arrived that Mr. Bixby knew what the images would be. <i><b>Eggplant Hills</b></i> </span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>is one of more enigmatic and quirky drawings created for the series and is full of wonderful details. </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>With the assistance of a long necked creature of unspecified origin</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>, rabbits dressed in "Christmas plaid" are decorating an effigy (or possibly a scarecrow) with baubles. The endearingly childlike characters look like they stepped out of a nursery toy box as they diligently set about their decorating. </span></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4dXuAse_j73qd8r46YqRiFFlIQm6zzCktSFYrrQ7ZYQAsJL-BdnkY-e6R53PoDZEh93RW68vfgGEEXZEhw4IHxK68ZPV0WBXFhKQIGuqH1u4ItyFHxKiW0NHFiJZG7d4scJWELFY_Y-oaBo0kYTwFHlf_9XaF55CPG_P681daGlaQmqdDA2s_3RVhHCzH/s785/Edward%20Gorey%20Stubville%20Christmas.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="785" data-original-width="571" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4dXuAse_j73qd8r46YqRiFFlIQm6zzCktSFYrrQ7ZYQAsJL-BdnkY-e6R53PoDZEh93RW68vfgGEEXZEhw4IHxK68ZPV0WBXFhKQIGuqH1u4ItyFHxKiW0NHFiJZG7d4scJWELFY_Y-oaBo0kYTwFHlf_9XaF55CPG_P681daGlaQmqdDA2s_3RVhHCzH/w291-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Stubville%20Christmas.jpg" width="291" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span><i><b>Christmas in the Eggplant Hills</b></i> is one of three pieces of original art from the Albondocani Christmas card series that was listed by W. C. Baker Rare Books & Ephemera. The second piece of art, <b><i><span style="color: #cc0000;">In Stubville, Nebraska...</span></i></b> is another delightful holiday image that includes a man in one of Edward Gorey's signature fur coats. It was difficult to decide which of these two pieces to acquire and in the end the more esoteric image won out. </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>The <i><b>Stubville</b></i> artwork sold to another collector. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyYLpYfg2310l9d_nCHxGWbIZHWWAdPj8mfkGYh0aiIhv4p-T2ZqYkgAKRjRwcNhbfIF2NFdZfCpjgNCDQ2Hefnsnv51xcEwvz59Zn-jpeqVGTxkazvmV1JgaKzc09HzAJ8fG01LtL7WFAeE7vT93CZfja5qXq9gBl0EL6_pialDTHYQBw8EekFLlrbxQa/s864/Edward%20Gorey%20Un%20Cadeau%20Ennuyeux%20Christmas%20Card%20Art.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="864" data-original-width="683" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyYLpYfg2310l9d_nCHxGWbIZHWWAdPj8mfkGYh0aiIhv4p-T2ZqYkgAKRjRwcNhbfIF2NFdZfCpjgNCDQ2Hefnsnv51xcEwvz59Zn-jpeqVGTxkazvmV1JgaKzc09HzAJ8fG01LtL7WFAeE7vT93CZfja5qXq9gBl0EL6_pialDTHYQBw8EekFLlrbxQa/w316-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Un%20Cadeau%20Ennuyeux%20Christmas%20Card%20Art.jpg" width="316" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><span></span></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>The third piece of art from the Albodocani Christmas card series was sold by Mr. Baker </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>to another collector</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>. <b><i><span style="color: #cc0000;">Un cadeau ennuyeux</span></i></b> (the boring gift) shows a stunned couple taking in the extravagantly spindly plant that the maid has just unwrapped. George Bixby never knew what would arrive from the artist when he asked for a Christmas card image and, like the <i><b>Eggplant Hills</b></i> image, </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>this drawing is another prime example of expecting the unexpected from Edward Gorey's fertile imagination.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span>W.C. Baker Rare Books and Ephemera is currently listing the <i><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Joyeux Noel</span></b></i> piece of original art by Edward Gorey shown at the top of this post. This rare piece of original artwork was created in the very early 1950's and while Christmas themed, it is not part of the Albondocani holiday series. (the sales listing for the <i><b>Joyeux</b></i> artwork can be found <a href="https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=31351152036&searchurl=xpod%3Doff%26bi%3D0%26ds%3D30%26bx%3Doff%26sortby%3D1%26an%3Dedward%2Bgorey%26recentlyadded%3Dall&cm_sp=snippet-_-srp1-_-title11" target="_blank">HERE</a>)</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><span>(Images by Irwin Terry and courtesy W.C. Baker Rare Books and Ephemera</span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span>)<br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><span><br /></span></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-26929111127475027032023-11-25T19:13:00.000-08:002023-11-26T06:22:35.306-08:00C is for Cane<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOH9pXJkmljpYNu5FJ7Dvep8LHeMVwQ-CXwdg9uAJRFeRDHUDo7gbKfBYv_ca-HnVaIQz2wW59MYuQ9-JZIufSSqB16G3PgC4CKgX3jVh7bymyXqzwRbsFKKn-Gf7qTzB5RHlBfopojxW2DQ753dFN7O9zUuu1vBlO1IV-yGORRKJ_1yGzKSxLp8pXHoda/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20C%20is%20for%20Cane.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="662" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOH9pXJkmljpYNu5FJ7Dvep8LHeMVwQ-CXwdg9uAJRFeRDHUDo7gbKfBYv_ca-HnVaIQz2wW59MYuQ9-JZIufSSqB16G3PgC4CKgX3jVh7bymyXqzwRbsFKKn-Gf7qTzB5RHlBfopojxW2DQ753dFN7O9zUuu1vBlO1IV-yGORRKJ_1yGzKSxLp8pXHoda/w245-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20C%20is%20for%20Cane.jpg" width="245" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">My husband Bill Campbell and I celebrate our anniversary on Thanksgiving Day. For the past few years he has created a sculpture or toy for me inspired by Edward Gorey's character Mr. Earbrass. This year's anniversary gift was a collaborative effort between the two of us - a cane inspired by Mr. Gorey's illustration <b><span style="color: #674ea7;"><i>C is for Cane.</i></span></b> from an unfinished alphabet in the Gorey Archives.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Rk39lFBSO6pRYAhyfCd3LsXgAud2K152r6HBR7VBK5bTrSciDVllCpoz7fOnHSfEuPZm2rXCsSmpifUiw8dBios5QpeDrm6qEd2g7920nqyQfzUAx28qbKoRLBE1NjPKBNMyLPw3evw5TAHpIWgaNieTqX7gUmu2TfW362iEbqPOa2DO6bDcfx7o9edm/s806/Edward%20Gorey%20Cane%20Head%20Carved%20Wood.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="613" data-original-width="806" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Rk39lFBSO6pRYAhyfCd3LsXgAud2K152r6HBR7VBK5bTrSciDVllCpoz7fOnHSfEuPZm2rXCsSmpifUiw8dBios5QpeDrm6qEd2g7920nqyQfzUAx28qbKoRLBE1NjPKBNMyLPw3evw5TAHpIWgaNieTqX7gUmu2TfW362iEbqPOa2DO6bDcfx7o9edm/w400-h304/Edward%20Gorey%20Cane%20Head%20Carved%20Wood.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Bill started by referencing the drawing and hand carving the head out of wood. The wooden head was painted and a rubber mold was created so we could pour the head in foundry wax. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIdJ2O3dCrZDMqBfSu_m6WMjy_1dC4kI8FUMMbo7B4beuJlNhhyqsO7bgLl0k9xPjLTNCt2TJBKdNt_YpmZJA4pB07wqNkhzKYaCQK_h_E54KIYGWXteSJKCxAsS1NSXCRZaBqOsJzYsn9qbOZmYJ_AdMa4C8_cJQJ7ESmciRbdSvLW4qCz_noazDc3nWu/s1080/Edward%20Groey%20cane%20head%20in%20wax%20with%20drawing.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="960" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIdJ2O3dCrZDMqBfSu_m6WMjy_1dC4kI8FUMMbo7B4beuJlNhhyqsO7bgLl0k9xPjLTNCt2TJBKdNt_YpmZJA4pB07wqNkhzKYaCQK_h_E54KIYGWXteSJKCxAsS1NSXCRZaBqOsJzYsn9qbOZmYJ_AdMa4C8_cJQJ7ESmciRbdSvLW4qCz_noazDc3nWu/w355-h400/Edward%20Groey%20cane%20head%20in%20wax%20with%20drawing.jpg" width="355" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">If cast as a solid bronze piece the cane head would weigh about two pounds so </span><span style="font-size: large;">the wax head was poured hollow. After adding details to the wax by hand, it was taken to our foundry where it was lost wax cast in bronze. Bill cleaned and polished the raw bronze casting to bring up the shiny surface.<br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqJhFlT51aNIoGutYbtl6CCHSUydyQgm-tsTasjhRBdPXxZED9kNV9xmMl6ifbAcSwsflC7Hrg-gWsdatMgt83kxF_q-OVRMkp79323mS93yKyfFnHMUphuYjUptDbi8Wl3JdX0LHTmOrTpwrfjxOCmxN82wH9S0hzYmsZM4cJYeiSNnK0iLZY6Sh5qAHI/s864/Edward%20Gorey%20Earbrass%20cane%20head%20and%20carving.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="825" data-original-width="864" height="383" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqJhFlT51aNIoGutYbtl6CCHSUydyQgm-tsTasjhRBdPXxZED9kNV9xmMl6ifbAcSwsflC7Hrg-gWsdatMgt83kxF_q-OVRMkp79323mS93yKyfFnHMUphuYjUptDbi8Wl3JdX0LHTmOrTpwrfjxOCmxN82wH9S0hzYmsZM4cJYeiSNnK0iLZY6Sh5qAHI/w400-h383/Edward%20Gorey%20Earbrass%20cane%20head%20and%20carving.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">The bronze head was fitted so it would screw onto the end of the wooden cane stick. As you can see in the above photo, during the molding and casting process the object being cast will end up slightly smaller than the original carving so we had to take this shrinkage into account when sizing the carving.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Q-Vsda4ga_lcxw6jKyvAra4sYUlfUZVI2gaSGC1AlKm9aKYhBx9fwY8f_RLmfWp1CUpJwbM45-dE9MPok3TcSpvqvlJbIn6Rem0AhlHlMo5Pij2kO7fK9k9KDpNXMlePV4eaUUsF4G_UjvQV6ifqYrncyBlidKbSmHQWuToSvMN-sob6AvjeD840lb_p/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Earbrass%20Cane.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="654" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Q-Vsda4ga_lcxw6jKyvAra4sYUlfUZVI2gaSGC1AlKm9aKYhBx9fwY8f_RLmfWp1CUpJwbM45-dE9MPok3TcSpvqvlJbIn6Rem0AhlHlMo5Pij2kO7fK9k9KDpNXMlePV4eaUUsF4G_UjvQV6ifqYrncyBlidKbSmHQWuToSvMN-sob6AvjeD840lb_p/w242-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Earbrass%20Cane.jpeg" width="242" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The finished cane is well balanced and fits nicely in the hand. It is not only a unique decorative object, but it is a fully functional cane that will no doubt be put to practical use as the years go by.<br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Av4Ts9WjDvBYASJIV5h-KqMGlZJoP1gkRZdXudsY_Wz1qUOzoYGrdiJ7kz1QbRHXGcZFaEJPEejUL8-CberbriJEdMQeWRWXfAscANXesin3frAIzgk77cimT65CG106s_qqadPeUBuZ-AiqoApNBgMKtaeGmuQCSiLlWIsS4Xn7_s8CCbnlk1Sg2fGH/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Earbrass%20Cane%20Resting.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="768" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Av4Ts9WjDvBYASJIV5h-KqMGlZJoP1gkRZdXudsY_Wz1qUOzoYGrdiJ7kz1QbRHXGcZFaEJPEejUL8-CberbriJEdMQeWRWXfAscANXesin3frAIzgk77cimT65CG106s_qqadPeUBuZ-AiqoApNBgMKtaeGmuQCSiLlWIsS4Xn7_s8CCbnlk1Sg2fGH/w285-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Earbrass%20Cane%20Resting.jpeg" width="285" /></a></div><i>C is for Cane</i> illustration courtesy The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust. To see this and other rare original pieces of art from the Gorey Archive, follow the Trust on Instagram and/or Facebook.<br /><p></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-27286238472258557472023-11-17T18:28:00.000-08:002023-11-18T05:48:28.668-08:00Auction News - Freeman's Auction House<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzViBS5n9xOQkRQzGmYZoOxV0FY7GOFPctRYM6fgtE22eAH0lSBkRO-WMdFpf7Gh9Awog5_8ITt1X-4Szm9EdaIrkxbqfcN0ZyeVDzV7BL523qoafG3AYq0Qu-kFW9nDgnMEEcgVylnEsa3HBoYXGqfMr1NfZrhpjNITomoUO5NgVtrhTv9riivhd6LMr4/s1378/Edward%20Gorey%20Doubtful%20Guest%20Doll%20Freeman's.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1290" data-original-width="1378" height="375" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzViBS5n9xOQkRQzGmYZoOxV0FY7GOFPctRYM6fgtE22eAH0lSBkRO-WMdFpf7Gh9Awog5_8ITt1X-4Szm9EdaIrkxbqfcN0ZyeVDzV7BL523qoafG3AYq0Qu-kFW9nDgnMEEcgVylnEsa3HBoYXGqfMr1NfZrhpjNITomoUO5NgVtrhTv9riivhd6LMr4/w400-h375/Edward%20Gorey%20Doubtful%20Guest%20Doll%20Freeman's.png" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Founded in 1805, Freeman's Auction House in Philadelphia is America's oldest established auction house. On Thursday November 16, 2023 their Books and Manuscripts auction featured the Edward Gorey collection of Valerie and Matthew Young.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDBDKmKetuBdkhtfAx7tXGLdgFCNBWBiTASKGU6kNgJL4F4e-o1soLnMP9jmH5LDIgz-8LQdLclfmLkRTd3VImDgeTDQt3QfLDx-UQLEI6AFum6OWgIVWj0GLN5nHF97BQQpDwbvSkZzbnr2QUIvYcVe0OHdMkjf_PfJfG3na8MOsQu7CWngY1T2OrE0l5/s2031/Edward%20Gorey%20Matthew%20Young%20Article.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1785" data-original-width="2031" height="351" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDBDKmKetuBdkhtfAx7tXGLdgFCNBWBiTASKGU6kNgJL4F4e-o1soLnMP9jmH5LDIgz-8LQdLclfmLkRTd3VImDgeTDQt3QfLDx-UQLEI6AFum6OWgIVWj0GLN5nHF97BQQpDwbvSkZzbnr2QUIvYcVe0OHdMkjf_PfJfG3na8MOsQu7CWngY1T2OrE0l5/w400-h351/Edward%20Gorey%20Matthew%20Young%20Article.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">In 1970 Valerie Young purchased a copy of <i>The Bug Book</i> to amuse her children. This purchase began a decades long immersion into all things Edward Gorey. The Young's were soon seriously collecting Mr. Gorey's works, acquiring new works as they were published while also searching out used and rare titles. Matthew Young wrote an essay on their collection for the Friends of the Princeton Library Review, Number 44, Summer 2023. Here is a link to the publication, the essay begins on page 41 - <a href="https://library.princeton.edu/sites/default/files/Friends%20Review%20no%2044%20Summer%202023%20low-res%20version.pdf">https://library.princeton.edu/sites/default/files/Friends%20Review%20no%2044%20Summer%202023%20low-res%20version.pdf</a></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSyLoXihadUFaGZjyOzkSuIWO3JwvZPhwhToHdL2wyqjrmPdCv_BJhXLGFqxCq6Nqrhh3xkZVmtJHq_6Ch-2lU5uPZbZiKQWOsR40PjyS3Zc-UPxJoI8JFTvPU5nAH_ntZCqu1Cau4NSaDzm2IjSqCLcEm5rachIp0FWopEtuyH0cRzO-l9T6xtFIa7o2v/s1184/Edward%20Gorey%20Elephantomas%20.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1184" data-original-width="963" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSyLoXihadUFaGZjyOzkSuIWO3JwvZPhwhToHdL2wyqjrmPdCv_BJhXLGFqxCq6Nqrhh3xkZVmtJHq_6Ch-2lU5uPZbZiKQWOsR40PjyS3Zc-UPxJoI8JFTvPU5nAH_ntZCqu1Cau4NSaDzm2IjSqCLcEm5rachIp0FWopEtuyH0cRzO-l9T6xtFIa7o2v/w325-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Elephantomas%20.png" width="325" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The 49 lots offered included first edition books, limited edition books, hand colored deluxe edition books, prints, posters, stuffed creatures, and original artwork. Every piece offered sold, with multiple bidders vying for each item. The limited edition <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Doubtful Guest Doll</span></b></i> (#22/50) with its box (shown above) sold for $3780.00 (including buyer's premium). <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Elephantomas</span></b></i> (#VII/X), the very rare portfolio of nine monoprints sold for $5985.00 (including buyer's premium).</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKCk1ANs7IS3KF5ckfePVtmErR26PdyDOdBvzZ4r-zv0-bm1Dm_0uNar8HVQOxfX9z7qC8EG1I7AzNlZKXPviq02-GUmyZuGLV7nsjkEkEd4iQwH4a8fU2DsgdG1CYk28MWesPIATUE0qen_mp0jZazsp2nehM6ZQRz7QEs8TGROwfhvrwgO_qfur7nYF/s1239/Edward%20Gorey%20English%20Soup%20Freeman's.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1239" data-original-width="1121" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKCk1ANs7IS3KF5ckfePVtmErR26PdyDOdBvzZ4r-zv0-bm1Dm_0uNar8HVQOxfX9z7qC8EG1I7AzNlZKXPviq02-GUmyZuGLV7nsjkEkEd4iQwH4a8fU2DsgdG1CYk28MWesPIATUE0qen_mp0jZazsp2nehM6ZQRz7QEs8TGROwfhvrwgO_qfur7nYF/w363-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20English%20Soup%20Freeman's.jpg" width="363" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Four pieces of original art were included in the auction. <b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">English Soup</span></i></b>, a black and white drawing created circa 1998 for Edward Gorey's play of the same title sold for $5985.00 (including buyer's premium). Figbash first appeared in <i>The Raging Tide</i>, 1987 and quickly became a favorite character. With his long arms and flexible body, Figbash appeared in countless drawings and books, but very few original drawings of the character are in private collections. This is only the third piece of original artwork featuring Figbash that I am aware of outside of the Gorey Archives.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV3o3o6_A4BFlsKo2X8LMemMEDIw0RAXZGDrRbLhLD36C96gT0nl5deavwwv2eUkX5xPUMgCcsCl2kauaScYcGMyrjlwM2azphyphenhyphentuLlenx72OXoiwIdU8oNNvWpGiAwzfB8-M9iXlz4uesxX8d10oMmknqyvbvUoD15s4gUXrXLKptLdtX0nxhaw0rnb_P/s1203/Edward%20Goey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Les%20Insectes%20Cyclistes%20Freemans%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1203" data-original-width="740" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV3o3o6_A4BFlsKo2X8LMemMEDIw0RAXZGDrRbLhLD36C96gT0nl5deavwwv2eUkX5xPUMgCcsCl2kauaScYcGMyrjlwM2azphyphenhyphentuLlenx72OXoiwIdU8oNNvWpGiAwzfB8-M9iXlz4uesxX8d10oMmknqyvbvUoD15s4gUXrXLKptLdtX0nxhaw0rnb_P/w246-h400/Edward%20Goey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Les%20Insectes%20Cyclistes%20Freemans%20.jpg" width="246" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The other three pieces of original art sold all relate to Edward Gorey's 1976 book, <i>The Broken Spoke</i>. <i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b>Les Insectes Cyclistes</b></span></i> is a visually witty take on cycling, with three long legged insects riding various bicycles. This eye catching piece sold for $11,970.00 (including buyer's premium).</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKJ1BbZ2mtuI35jiRSoXZ5ycKgR3hHSzGTk4GcSjx6cRBAOQynplGu0QN6UDfgqA7HQ-AF_I6roZ0ThXWZY0RrSV2vfPH6_L1fp0cuMMygAbTb_HOzJ5H2MX4wXCgrnUFx3UatjHueZxbMQOqCdGwKPdKFF5ZtjrUOkhRx7dMudJDVUrptlgfz5KLeHa9F/s1215/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Insect%20cyclists%20first%20attempt.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1215" data-original-width="855" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKJ1BbZ2mtuI35jiRSoXZ5ycKgR3hHSzGTk4GcSjx6cRBAOQynplGu0QN6UDfgqA7HQ-AF_I6roZ0ThXWZY0RrSV2vfPH6_L1fp0cuMMygAbTb_HOzJ5H2MX4wXCgrnUFx3UatjHueZxbMQOqCdGwKPdKFF5ZtjrUOkhRx7dMudJDVUrptlgfz5KLeHa9F/w281-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Insect%20cyclists%20first%20attempt.jpg" width="281" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">A drawing listed as a sketch for this piece sold for $5985.00. This drawing will be discussed in depth in an upcoming post.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT-g7pvhVj1BOdiBhN0f3cHRmBX-n19PLF6fvjaSveFnnfVa51Q92f0icPwpUAOomCizjxgXdQDBszuTU8sB2LP8KPVXYh1ag9f7tONKqMwO0l3jW9-A-69bYIt7L357X4TaF2cn6s48yWSVlghtMRpFnCJ-1Srw_Dx_23qsr1DUfYyeRhsIw5YFCVLhoP/s1241/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Contestants%20Freemans.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1241" data-original-width="905" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT-g7pvhVj1BOdiBhN0f3cHRmBX-n19PLF6fvjaSveFnnfVa51Q92f0icPwpUAOomCizjxgXdQDBszuTU8sB2LP8KPVXYh1ag9f7tONKqMwO0l3jW9-A-69bYIt7L357X4TaF2cn6s48yWSVlghtMRpFnCJ-1Srw_Dx_23qsr1DUfYyeRhsIw5YFCVLhoP/w291-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Contestants%20Freemans.jpg" width="291" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">A stunning full color painting titled </span><span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b>Contestants in the annual Trans-Novaya Zemlya Bicycle Race</b></span></i> sold for $15,120.00. Created for <i>The Broken Spoke</i>, this piece of art adorned the cover of Bromer Booksellers 2001 extensive catalog of the works of Edward Gorey.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">It was exciting to see this extensive collection come on the market in an era when many collectors choose to donate their collections to libraries and institutions where, after the initial excitement generated by the donation, the pieces are rarely displayed. The opportunity for collectors to fill in gaps within their collections was a rare experience that keeps joy of collecting alive and thriving. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Images for this post courtesy Freeman's Auction House and the Princeton Library Review.</span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-34056854683062880842023-10-30T12:41:00.000-07:002023-10-30T12:41:22.138-07:00A Gorey/Bellairs Discovery<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6B9iOykBkPiHeX7cLDMI_ItAb4XSLjilo8ih7j_AeeovzV36zOF5xRW77TpV83JUxzR3i1i0bNOGHI4jOwT7gRfgA-4zjdmyzhMxrbjFN0Jabu1RYTzH6tFhCrx_unPWFwJxJOH4v7vUD1yfhAyBhXfWdImTYMYBU7WrOlbQgP5oKje1MW4qCbl3OuTxK/s523/Brooke%20Whiting%20House%20Museum.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="347" data-original-width="523" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6B9iOykBkPiHeX7cLDMI_ItAb4XSLjilo8ih7j_AeeovzV36zOF5xRW77TpV83JUxzR3i1i0bNOGHI4jOwT7gRfgA-4zjdmyzhMxrbjFN0Jabu1RYTzH6tFhCrx_unPWFwJxJOH4v7vUD1yfhAyBhXfWdImTYMYBU7WrOlbQgP5oKje1MW4qCbl3OuTxK/w400-h265/Brooke%20Whiting%20House%20Museum.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Sometimes treasures are hidden in plain sight and it only takes the curiosity of an astute observer to properly identify them. Such was the case with a piece of original artwork by Edward Gorey that is on display at the F. Brooke Whiting Museum in Cumberland, Maryland.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA4IKsYwsjlnaPGqTUDczAUwliYWjjN8POk-8tRXGc1knS45PJ2WSCfRUOGE_Fs7bYOB0eBRNNYQ3AR2gRx_UHPh5ujSIFin5B5j2iuxVWEDGe5Yrh0yaxd3wtvPGB31ia61fauUZf2GSZs0_6hPDTD6haiUlQEE9RAqVCrhgK8B0ZOaujqWStMKhAxEeW/s614/Brook%20Whiting%20with%20Sister%20and%20Partner.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="614" data-original-width="400" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA4IKsYwsjlnaPGqTUDczAUwliYWjjN8POk-8tRXGc1knS45PJ2WSCfRUOGE_Fs7bYOB0eBRNNYQ3AR2gRx_UHPh5ujSIFin5B5j2iuxVWEDGe5Yrh0yaxd3wtvPGB31ia61fauUZf2GSZs0_6hPDTD6haiUlQEE9RAqVCrhgK8B0ZOaujqWStMKhAxEeW/w260-h400/Brook%20Whiting%20with%20Sister%20and%20Partner.jpg" width="260" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br />F. Brooke Whiting (Dec. 5, 1918 - July 27, 1998) earned a Master's degree in Library Science in 1957 and </span><span style="font-size: large;">served for thirty-two years as Curator of Rare Books and Literary Manuscripts for UCLA. Mr. Whiting maintained his family home in Cumberland and was a long time member of the Allegany County Historical Society. Together with his partner Wesley Griswold, Mr. Whiting traveled the world collecting remarkable furniture and objects of interest. Mr. Whiting eventually donated his home and collections to the Historical Society along with an endowment to maintain the house as a museum.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Amongst his many interests, Brooke Whiting collected original illustration art, and his collection includes pieces by such notable artists as Maurice Sendak and Tasha Tudor. On display in the house is a piece by Edward Gorey that caught the attention of museum volunteer Bill Dunlap, an artist and illustrator in his own right. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5-VFCQNJAHz1EnJOqkBSUdfrBC9w3Jc_hdNHxDgld46hyl6xXt_5HeDOa8sU4zcBG2MRjJgH_8lWcFkfA1uA-f5yZ9zluF3T_VxzoPodeSvTgiczBBcvnpwImY-NdQUtAEPQR9RLueGkW7hyQ_l8szor11nQzASB-lCWUVZHOGgYi2f_LmJHHTVoBhDni/s1080/Edward%20Gorery%20Bellairs%20Lamp%20Cover%20Sketch%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="761" data-original-width="1080" height="281" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5-VFCQNJAHz1EnJOqkBSUdfrBC9w3Jc_hdNHxDgld46hyl6xXt_5HeDOa8sU4zcBG2MRjJgH_8lWcFkfA1uA-f5yZ9zluF3T_VxzoPodeSvTgiczBBcvnpwImY-NdQUtAEPQR9RLueGkW7hyQ_l8szor11nQzASB-lCWUVZHOGgYi2f_LmJHHTVoBhDni/w400-h281/Edward%20Gorery%20Bellairs%20Lamp%20Cover%20Sketch%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The art was labeled: <i>Edward Gorey, Front and Back Cover, The Curse of the Blue Figurine by John Bellairs</i>. </span><span style="font-size: large;"> <br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyAfjRtgWK0O1lVrkDW9qqGahRqu8o4hzn05KaTTXlO_fOrlXsTC9K4hV4BbNZD2SF5BwKdi81X3U6ph7sxJRKW7bW96ocFiGuimawdDtL4dpg7-VhxWd4KQ5WsPMx_JQMAHAd8ynpUlIXfIGmMw89GfRZHa_7x5vMVV7ekKxF63PadEEs_lCdJ4XKQYoh/s1815/Bellairs%20Curse%20DJ%20Full.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1250" data-original-width="1815" height="275" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyAfjRtgWK0O1lVrkDW9qqGahRqu8o4hzn05KaTTXlO_fOrlXsTC9K4hV4BbNZD2SF5BwKdi81X3U6ph7sxJRKW7bW96ocFiGuimawdDtL4dpg7-VhxWd4KQ5WsPMx_JQMAHAd8ynpUlIXfIGmMw89GfRZHa_7x5vMVV7ekKxF63PadEEs_lCdJ4XKQYoh/w400-h275/Bellairs%20Curse%20DJ%20Full.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Intrigued to learn more about the artwork, Bill Dunlap did an online search and found that the art on display did not match the published cover for the book listed but rather looked like the cover for Mr. Bellairs <i>The Lamp from the Warlock's Tomb</i>. <br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZjxDVPS6sUVCExYkrcFgz1mYyeGhV-ZTEZWM4WTd34O6FS8ZEVED07c1ex7p9XWFnHVF_3oThxR__kcrLCF69D8ZbpJgNly893LFgpy0uaNoYP3-5vALQGn2agY1fpz4OKujjh_lSnI8iNC9jfV7cOio6MtsNTq8drY8_-bFAQEJXSgq_hwQJWt1kSu8i/s864/Edward%20Gorey%20John%20Bellairs%20Lamp%20from%20th%20Warlock's%20Tomb.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="601" data-original-width="864" height="279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZjxDVPS6sUVCExYkrcFgz1mYyeGhV-ZTEZWM4WTd34O6FS8ZEVED07c1ex7p9XWFnHVF_3oThxR__kcrLCF69D8ZbpJgNly893LFgpy0uaNoYP3-5vALQGn2agY1fpz4OKujjh_lSnI8iNC9jfV7cOio6MtsNTq8drY8_-bFAQEJXSgq_hwQJWt1kSu8i/w400-h279/Edward%20Gorey%20John%20Bellairs%20Lamp%20from%20th%20Warlock's%20Tomb.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The
image was similar, but not an exact match for the published cover.
The people and building on the left hand side had were in different positions and there were elements missing that appear on the published cover. Finding references to the Bellairs series on my Goreyana blog, Mr.
Dunlap contacted me to see if I could shed any light on the curious
differences. After a brief examination of the image, it was obvious that the museum owned a rare preliminary painting for the finished cover. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOP-4TGibaSyosD-6pFV8UAsNeF-Dr2Xz-tmpeZBm8Poke_qf9e9D8-Mq6aQCALVqrBN5lhbgybh6EdigtNh9KDkgFkN-H9VWdTo4M_OhPUq6SwYS38LdhQBl0Tac2epPVHu44tnIM7IZdOLZCta10zNgkkm087bmB3Xb-nm5a2xj3aa2LCM9Qh0DlGuMv/s2050/Edward%20Gorey%20Bellairs%20Spell%20sketch.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1449" data-original-width="2050" height="283" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOP-4TGibaSyosD-6pFV8UAsNeF-Dr2Xz-tmpeZBm8Poke_qf9e9D8-Mq6aQCALVqrBN5lhbgybh6EdigtNh9KDkgFkN-H9VWdTo4M_OhPUq6SwYS38LdhQBl0Tac2epPVHu44tnIM7IZdOLZCta10zNgkkm087bmB3Xb-nm5a2xj3aa2LCM9Qh0DlGuMv/w400-h283/Edward%20Gorey%20Bellairs%20Spell%20sketch.png" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey often created expressively detailed preliminary sketches for color book cover illustrations. This allowed him to quickly work out the general layout and details of an image. Mr. Gorey produced 22 cover designs for the Bellairs series, the last of which he completed just before he died in April 2000. Of these 22 cover designs, this is the third full color preliminary art to come to my attention. The other two are color sketches for <i>The Spell of the Sorcerer's Skull</i>, 1984 and <i>The Revenge of the Wizard's Ghost</i>, 1985 (this piece is in my collection).<br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF1yYBR1yQDB_5TMSBXQVkRj15AaATuSJrqGG0-dL9DM1ac0mRMYng6o6kpsBs86ViThsZGaqRbT1YcDrgbcnVsMQHJLv6OPEXwm3EU2wxTZPXtPpqgrVXMitIsu-54dRfQJMoiuQxfZ5p6nrUycoyQ5BUClu8MojZPHZAx-bW3s17eb0tNF6dDGWYWQeu/s1714/Edward%20Gorey%20Bellairs%20Revenge%20Prelimary.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1300" data-original-width="1714" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF1yYBR1yQDB_5TMSBXQVkRj15AaATuSJrqGG0-dL9DM1ac0mRMYng6o6kpsBs86ViThsZGaqRbT1YcDrgbcnVsMQHJLv6OPEXwm3EU2wxTZPXtPpqgrVXMitIsu-54dRfQJMoiuQxfZ5p6nrUycoyQ5BUClu8MojZPHZAx-bW3s17eb0tNF6dDGWYWQeu/w400-h304/Edward%20Gorey%20Bellairs%20Revenge%20Prelimary.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Comparing these preliminary works, the <i>Lamp From the Warlock's Tomb</i> art is the most highly finished of the three sketches and it is easy to see how it could be mistaken for the final artwork. It is always exciting to learn of a piece of a previously unknown original art by Edward Gorey, especially one that was not intended for publication. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">To learn more about the F. Brooke Whiting House and Museum, visit their website: <a href="http://thewhitinghouse.org">http://thewhitinghouse.org<br /></a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Images for this posting courtesy of the Albany County Historical Society, Swann Auction Galleries, and by Irwin Terry.</span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-4910134274179102792023-10-02T19:07:00.005-07:002023-10-02T21:21:26.268-07:00Goreyana 15th Anniversary & 1064 Watercolor Paintings<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqpBoD4p1vPHFwlRbR29E6vd5RfIivkpXMXo5CksPkhTLsu2UmlNBYpTBwrScJB83sbciKsvrTyjje1lFOpHIwU1B397lAp9zX5IXKFMO1VIOUDTJN0ZYQy6iIfjzkLhxs97yv6oYn4duYtql8enXXH8dSnPOCviQHPOEwE_yJ1E9KO6BUraGvnmMvmnzI/s509/skull%20man%20intro.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="509" data-original-width="307" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqpBoD4p1vPHFwlRbR29E6vd5RfIivkpXMXo5CksPkhTLsu2UmlNBYpTBwrScJB83sbciKsvrTyjje1lFOpHIwU1B397lAp9zX5IXKFMO1VIOUDTJN0ZYQy6iIfjzkLhxs97yv6oYn4duYtql8enXXH8dSnPOCviQHPOEwE_yJ1E9KO6BUraGvnmMvmnzI/s320/skull%20man%20intro.jpg" width="193" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Goreyana's Crystal Anniversary</span></b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">This week at Goreyana, we celebrate 15 years of all things Edward Gorey. I began the Goreyana blog on October 5, 2008 as a way to honor the extraordinary talent and genius of Edward Gorey. The Gotham Book Mart had closed in 2007 and at that time there were very few venues to learn about Mr. Gorey's body of work. Feeling isolated as a collector, I envisioned this blog as a place to share information, stories, and hopefully to spark conversations between fans and collectors. Today, Gorey's ongoing popularity has led to numerous blogs, articles, Facebook groups, exhibitions, and themed events dedicated to reveling in the works of Edward Gorey. I would like to thank everyone who has read my posts over the years. I truly enjoy all the interactions and enjoyment that my blog has inspired. Thank you! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Now, let us begin our 16th year with blog post #724!</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">1064 Watercolor Paintings</span><br /></b></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdUQHuRp9TRKlkeKojMI5e1BnQVsvj_o5s739Vu2suBHdv-NtpKDvsoJHZhYBwT6ERQ7LEe0ViSDzYuUeP1ED-zT34FJzN9DUnMkt_FHzQPsk0U0MxkhHXo8MPXO36jxYCxoBPPx7OWZVJz2HcUjVjaRhDrurYJF3nXoH6ky9QkOZ9R9bZrY-0mrXfM1on/s720/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Series%20Colored%20Cards.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="590" data-original-width="720" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdUQHuRp9TRKlkeKojMI5e1BnQVsvj_o5s739Vu2suBHdv-NtpKDvsoJHZhYBwT6ERQ7LEe0ViSDzYuUeP1ED-zT34FJzN9DUnMkt_FHzQPsk0U0MxkhHXo8MPXO36jxYCxoBPPx7OWZVJz2HcUjVjaRhDrurYJF3nXoH6ky9QkOZ9R9bZrY-0mrXfM1on/w400-h328/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Series%20Colored%20Cards.JPG" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Over
the years Edward Gorey produced five different limited edition
publications that were hand colored: <i><b>The Lavender Leotard</b></i> 1973, <i><b>Dogear
Wryde Postcards: Interpretive Series</b></i> 1979 (1980), <i><b>The Eclectic
Abecedarium</b></i> 1983, <i><b>Q.R.V.</b></i> 1989, and <i><b>The Dripping Faucet</b></i> 1989. The
<i>Interpretive Series</i> is the most elaborately painted of these
titles. I have set 29 in my personal collection.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPf_1O-N9u476ruHVBW6x37tsRfOPcTeXelbV-rdHzE8RPmRKRXtJ77eQKuC8y4CS0WYcoNNrILSnoSH9QoMj9tGjy-ZrsNYChiSDNPD7jbdkLmsHwRjfgl6Iz20uOi52W5H58oxm-mSowx56RKyLQmUf7pYpye335N-My1frNphzZedsj-uzgB8SR14N6/s1385/Edward%20%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Set%20%2329%20limitation.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1129" data-original-width="1385" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPf_1O-N9u476ruHVBW6x37tsRfOPcTeXelbV-rdHzE8RPmRKRXtJ77eQKuC8y4CS0WYcoNNrILSnoSH9QoMj9tGjy-ZrsNYChiSDNPD7jbdkLmsHwRjfgl6Iz20uOi52W5H58oxm-mSowx56RKyLQmUf7pYpye335N-My1frNphzZedsj-uzgB8SR14N6/w400-h326/Edward%20%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Set%20%2329%20limitation.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">A recent stroll through eBay turned up three separate sale listings for the deluxe edition of Edward Gorey's <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Dogear Wryde Postcards: Interpretive Series</span></b></i>.
Published in 1979 (but not completed until spring 1980), the deluxe
edition consists of 50 numbered and 26 lettered sets. Each of the
13 postcards and their accompanying printed envelopes have been extensively hand decorated by Edward Gorey using watercolor paints. This totals out to 1064 individual watercolor paintings. The appearance of multiple sets brought up the
question, "How did Edward Gorey paint these cards and are there major differences in the execution of the painting from one set to to the next?".</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv1M7E4j8NowpYVOb8bg00dgBm4JlyxHOo_j-nDE5jJwSj5fCf81BRpl3ZOizCx6uhkJh71vnMzDQo1OmzH0-f9jiL5yC4-L_Uuq2XPz-KBbM6869VLD3ofFVxDpIpLH4AeeTuGTQ8BBbELX9nXLpE6Eqd9dXsNrKe_wSam6tnepH0XBW_mrdDGWSOnlRU/s1728/Edward%20Gorey%20Home%20Interior%20Elephant%20House.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1295" data-original-width="1728" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv1M7E4j8NowpYVOb8bg00dgBm4JlyxHOo_j-nDE5jJwSj5fCf81BRpl3ZOizCx6uhkJh71vnMzDQo1OmzH0-f9jiL5yC4-L_Uuq2XPz-KBbM6869VLD3ofFVxDpIpLH4AeeTuGTQ8BBbELX9nXLpE6Eqd9dXsNrKe_wSam6tnepH0XBW_mrdDGWSOnlRU/w400-h300/Edward%20Gorey%20Home%20Interior%20Elephant%20House.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Photographs of Edward Gorey's home show an environment that is overflowing with books, art, objet d'art, furniture, and cats. The casual viewer might think that the artist lived in world of clutter and chaos, but first impressions can be deceiving. Edward Gorey was actually a very organized person with an obsessive dedication to his work, and his combination of talent and organizational skills were put to the test with the <i>Interpretive Series</i>. The painting of these postcard sets was a task that he set for himself and he rose to the challenge spectacularly.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj69ZwvyQC2JORpb7mmzxqYI0yA4XcaGKjD9aFPvUTXNI_QXQ4ODj60Atq8iWbVmpWJbPg8nLLZV0vtW_za0RluoK1O_d9tEDGTb3EltiDQBhnPBawOfC7elooWwNvbPHfa-XnABhvVV9JCxBNhx77AGedfbaPLXfRLfyoMcJFbgmYOhSjHegPDZCk5a5um/s1005/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Series%20envelopes.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1005" data-original-width="977" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj69ZwvyQC2JORpb7mmzxqYI0yA4XcaGKjD9aFPvUTXNI_QXQ4ODj60Atq8iWbVmpWJbPg8nLLZV0vtW_za0RluoK1O_d9tEDGTb3EltiDQBhnPBawOfC7elooWwNvbPHfa-XnABhvVV9JCxBNhx77AGedfbaPLXfRLfyoMcJFbgmYOhSjHegPDZCk5a5um/w389-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Series%20envelopes.jpg" width="389" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Comparing images side by side from sets that have been come on the market over the years from booksellers, auction houses and online auction sites, we find that there are no major differences between the sets even though they are all individually hand painted. Beginning with the decorated envelope that houses each set, </span><span style="font-size: large;">and making allowances for differences in scans, color correction and photography, the paintings are shockingly similar. I purchased my set at The Gotham Book mart in the spring of 1980 just after they had arrived and remember them all standing together in an open topped box in the small back room at the store. In typical bookstore fashion, the front of each envelope had been labeled lightly in pencil by Andreas Brown stating the number or letter of the set enclosed.<br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpzmnbltkVyFUZTwQqC1l31IxIALRVA9imOgby_Id_t16xy9cT1MZL7fJYZqJHVtfBbhtvogYz_D9B4VoMBqW0DOp511mXL9UUqM2M-GWz5fqQziFTqicHecDuE1T8PaYnSGbSFURWlElJmeC4lqwJPThf6lhUVmL50xRxuOGxJTzC6IHvKZXjMMvoVmTo/s1062/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Indolence.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1062" data-original-width="975" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpzmnbltkVyFUZTwQqC1l31IxIALRVA9imOgby_Id_t16xy9cT1MZL7fJYZqJHVtfBbhtvogYz_D9B4VoMBqW0DOp511mXL9UUqM2M-GWz5fqQziFTqicHecDuE1T8PaYnSGbSFURWlElJmeC4lqwJPThf6lhUVmL50xRxuOGxJTzC6IHvKZXjMMvoVmTo/w368-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Indolence.jpg" width="368" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Indolence</i> is the only card in the set that features a capitol letter "I" in a horizontal orientation, so it tends to be featured most often in seller's listings. All the cards of<i> Indolence </i>pictured above are virtually the same, with the colors and shadows of each painted card being obviously hand painted but remarkably consistent. Even the free form shadow under the figure has the same shape and color tone. <br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">In order for Edward Gorey to paint the cards with so little variation from one to the next, he had to have lined up all the cards and painted them production line fashion rather than painting a complete set of 13 cards and moving on to the next set. Concentrating on one image at a time would be the only way to achieve the consistency between the cards. Watercolor can be a tricky medium to master due to the fact that the application of a second color can change what was previously painted.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDpvTTg_F2xpIhWRCrPE4iW0hbAK3RmdTgi4vlJAHQch35RYNIpzPn6BNPwEPOX1eu9gcAT1NPCbJgBqNEIONBgAlcAA7a8yJPd8won7FTw50aWc8wcVafWYRitCx8Y0OmOJEHP5q1D0FNSxKiyS2h0dcNo6ZMcqGT9fPuMc3othes2HqLGJdjNSPWdxMP/s592/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Insouciance%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="486" data-original-width="592" height="329" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDpvTTg_F2xpIhWRCrPE4iW0hbAK3RmdTgi4vlJAHQch35RYNIpzPn6BNPwEPOX1eu9gcAT1NPCbJgBqNEIONBgAlcAA7a8yJPd8won7FTw50aWc8wcVafWYRitCx8Y0OmOJEHP5q1D0FNSxKiyS2h0dcNo6ZMcqGT9fPuMc3othes2HqLGJdjNSPWdxMP/w400-h329/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Insouciance%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The cards had printed images that were painted coloring book fashion. Beginning with one color, he would have started with the "I" of every card because it needed to be as smoothly painted as possible. He then would have filled in the creature's body color before beginning the shadows, layering the colors until each was completed. In the two <i>Insouciance</i> cards shown above, you can see how the shadowing on the stomach of the set 42 card started to bleed slightly because the paint being applied was slightly too wet and began reacting with the previously painted body color. This is why the larger areas of infill color would be painted first and the shadows second.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvXv3r6FdzQbOygvDsENeyxMqwDWfajucgj2II6H8DUQ0zVuP4nQfAh2o-SJbMY4hAe2NW6i-5NsYHmHQIjVEgLEpJiiuTyy6XHNS3xVVBSOZjrM7bz-YQENI4qLm-zxxI-HyevU9AdYyaGyA4fWejKVZqeG2J2ToruvsN-ReX7ofSEe1S5Abe11J2GmYX/s864/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Series%20set%2010%20All%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="549" data-original-width="864" height="254" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvXv3r6FdzQbOygvDsENeyxMqwDWfajucgj2II6H8DUQ0zVuP4nQfAh2o-SJbMY4hAe2NW6i-5NsYHmHQIjVEgLEpJiiuTyy6XHNS3xVVBSOZjrM7bz-YQENI4qLm-zxxI-HyevU9AdYyaGyA4fWejKVZqeG2J2ToruvsN-ReX7ofSEe1S5Abe11J2GmYX/w400-h254/Edward%20Gorey%20Interpretive%20Series%20set%2010%20All%20Cards.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey would not attempt to repeat the elaborate painting style in the three future deluxe hand colored books he would produce. The painting in these publications is still quite colorful but attempts at shading were abandoned. This is why the <i>Dogear Wryde Postcards: Interpretive Series</i> deluxe hand painted postcard sets will always be a jewel in the crown of any collection of the works of Edward Gorey.<br /><br /></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><i>Image of Edward Gorey's home from Kevin McDermott's book, Elephant House, Pomegranate 2003</i></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><i>. <br /></i></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-29197499442578684892023-09-03T10:43:00.002-07:002023-09-03T10:43:49.968-07:00The Broken Spoke Original Artwork<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilLtbQsDvIPjxVbwMqkJuaMfyCktSsyj_Uevc1QQYxW0aC24RzxJVlDfp07wCfaD5DmDVDxWkJTnNF1zdNJ9U9uW5_aK7WcYNJX9GwbrNi9gRvUm-ruFQ4NupvGMldgFWDFzTUoMyZWttT-Gwwd1GKZDpMBrZ_hn9SQjdCU_sjUYrdAMNXNfEdpJY_fEZ3/s1226/Edward%20Gorey%20Valse%20Broken%20Spoke%20Original%20Art.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="795" data-original-width="1226" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilLtbQsDvIPjxVbwMqkJuaMfyCktSsyj_Uevc1QQYxW0aC24RzxJVlDfp07wCfaD5DmDVDxWkJTnNF1zdNJ9U9uW5_aK7WcYNJX9GwbrNi9gRvUm-ruFQ4NupvGMldgFWDFzTUoMyZWttT-Gwwd1GKZDpMBrZ_hn9SQjdCU_sjUYrdAMNXNfEdpJY_fEZ3/w400-h260/Edward%20Gorey%20Valse%20Broken%20Spoke%20Original%20Art.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">I acquired one of the pieces of original artwork by Edward Gorey that was offered at</span><span style="font-size: large;"> <span><b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">The Edward Gorey Cocktail Party; or, A Nocturne At The Strand</span></i></b></span> silent auction. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFbJKgjWIXQBT-Q6_ySK-oKJ-2ZXQTfQauXEsvqubOrfu25W5Ty0SoJANZ9atZ0rSriGKkYhj1J8pQ1U0IJf9LPzN1WBOprQwn3QqSFPgbUO2kHBVqQxXLgGw0pNlhjLNznQhfei1KKksJVSi2ptKBP7WdEgHoDfBa8AjgbQjbupUS9VaFmYBfsFExLmRd/s674/Edward%20Gorey%20The%20Broken%20Spoke.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="674" height="276" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFbJKgjWIXQBT-Q6_ySK-oKJ-2ZXQTfQauXEsvqubOrfu25W5Ty0SoJANZ9atZ0rSriGKkYhj1J8pQ1U0IJf9LPzN1WBOprQwn3QqSFPgbUO2kHBVqQxXLgGw0pNlhjLNznQhfei1KKksJVSi2ptKBP7WdEgHoDfBa8AjgbQjbupUS9VaFmYBfsFExLmRd/w400-h276/Edward%20Gorey%20The%20Broken%20Spoke.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><i><b>Valse Degueulasse</b></i> </span>(Disgusting Waltz) was created in 1976 for Edward Gorey's book <i><b>The Broken Spoke</b></i>. This book is a collection of Gorey-created postcard images in disparate styles, each with the common theme of bicycles. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey rarely sold original artwork from the books he wrote and illustrated, because he wanted the art to be available for subsequent reprints and exhibitions. These works have come to be known as the "A" Collection" publications. Mr. Gorey did make a couple of exceptions and sold art from at least two "A" Collection" books. <br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0oujrAJvYUOSTuWpavZwb6Yk5GDqdZtOxGDymzcJxYITXFVjG1BCnRz8c4hMf8RQAKm_JdNCesaJ0RLWJ4ILYaZ8R-C7Dh-qxP6xYRFWJUZfMG1yNH_d5U_y5mAYaSSH6EhMi63Rw4DqzS7LqCpfnn6VZfx6KedcM3LAXVgtJBLWeu4pCJc2REqShtY5/s1928/Edward%20Gorey%20Graham%20Invitation%201979.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1484" data-original-width="1928" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0oujrAJvYUOSTuWpavZwb6Yk5GDqdZtOxGDymzcJxYITXFVjG1BCnRz8c4hMf8RQAKm_JdNCesaJ0RLWJ4ILYaZ8R-C7Dh-qxP6xYRFWJUZfMG1yNH_d5U_y5mAYaSSH6EhMi63Rw4DqzS7LqCpfnn6VZfx6KedcM3LAXVgtJBLWeu4pCJc2REqShtY5/w400-h308/Edward%20Gorey%20Graham%20Invitation%201979.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Why did Edward Gorey sell the art from <i><b>The Broken Spoke</b></i>? In 1979 the artist was approached by The Graham Gallery in New York City to be part of a group exhibition for the holiday season. Mr. Gorey had previously participated in two shows at Graham (1974 & 1975) and for both of these shows he created new works. Rather than create new pieces for this show, Mr. Gorey decided to sell artwork from<b> </b><i>The Broken Spoke</i>. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The postcard format of <i>The Broken Spoke</i> dictated that each image included in the book was a singular piece of art that was not part of a larger story, so selling the individual pieces was easier than breaking up a manuscript-style book. The related subject matter of bicycles lent continuity to the images, which would have appealed to the gallery.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8rjeyfzjpiybg31lNQhOuxDpL3Xinw5CfuxOe3ld70RW1KG0tCARsPRHJVeGV4EMOJL7iXGdWJ-tWiLQjiEKk1N50LoHwyvFO7ALvs8Jz8vgWGW5KJIMtVWYcoTj5pe9gpTPN7R3HWlp87Ha9i3wsd6rPfGfZinepijGD1dYI7JGtzGto5VBXDYisEGhb/s1943/Edward%20Gorey%20Epiplectic%20Bicycle.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1305" data-original-width="1943" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8rjeyfzjpiybg31lNQhOuxDpL3Xinw5CfuxOe3ld70RW1KG0tCARsPRHJVeGV4EMOJL7iXGdWJ-tWiLQjiEKk1N50LoHwyvFO7ALvs8Jz8vgWGW5KJIMtVWYcoTj5pe9gpTPN7R3HWlp87Ha9i3wsd6rPfGfZinepijGD1dYI7JGtzGto5VBXDYisEGhb/w400-h269/Edward%20Gorey%20Epiplectic%20Bicycle.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Valse degueulasse</span></b></i></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"> is a tongue in cheek advertising postcard image for Edward Gorey's book <i><b>The Epiplectic Bicycle</b></i>, which was published in 1969. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Created
seven years after the book it promotes, Mr. Gorey pays homage to his earlier work. </span><span style="font-size: large;"><i> </i></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><i>The Epiplectic Bicycle</i> has long been my favorite book by Edward Gorey. Knowing that the art from this book will remain in the archives of the Edward Gorey Trust, <i>Valse deueulasse</i> became something of an obsession with me once it was announced for inclusion in the silent auction. <br /></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj17Ij5pfBiFrD51lu_25vO_mD1FcMCZfO5ODB52w7RWGerByQnRK1AVFX-5sPR0COywetDWtSmfmmalr6xlcfX2dnoqQRSDUJ_JoMym20NPrdB95SNXXfbq5ctUXc2svMOqH4VlqftHSO01duzRXjUL0xAa_SqxGuegnfzENVEnMzhkOiSEMIjLfG93sSY/s864/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20interior.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="358" data-original-width="864" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj17Ij5pfBiFrD51lu_25vO_mD1FcMCZfO5ODB52w7RWGerByQnRK1AVFX-5sPR0COywetDWtSmfmmalr6xlcfX2dnoqQRSDUJ_JoMym20NPrdB95SNXXfbq5ctUXc2svMOqH4VlqftHSO01duzRXjUL0xAa_SqxGuegnfzENVEnMzhkOiSEMIjLfG93sSY/w400-h166/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20interior.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">In <i>The Broken Spoke</i>, this advertising postcard has been titled <i><b>(Advertisement)</b></i> on the facing page.<br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxPcutm452bGwfhurHlCNJytqcSxL5g-beZq609giGy4yCq6O0YHLTbU-retVy_lQLvSH3TEcSTmFwttDs7OX4Tyaq_P8AWooLqpr5_1dna9Ya-lWcWzWtxYay4NhA8DmE8KtzxI4G9ne6BwOAjGIaM3ArXND1-a5dsSrJ3XebIB86hQ90FQmKEJ0Jkufi/s720/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20(Advertisement).jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="410" data-original-width="720" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxPcutm452bGwfhurHlCNJytqcSxL5g-beZq609giGy4yCq6O0YHLTbU-retVy_lQLvSH3TEcSTmFwttDs7OX4Tyaq_P8AWooLqpr5_1dna9Ya-lWcWzWtxYay4NhA8DmE8KtzxI4G9ne6BwOAjGIaM3ArXND1-a5dsSrJ3XebIB86hQ90FQmKEJ0Jkufi/w400-h228/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20(Advertisement).jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">Individual pieces of art from <i>The Broken Spoke</i> are always entertaining and beautifully executed. The styles vary wildly from piece to piece, showing Edward Gorey's stylistic virtuosity and his command of a variety of artistic techniques. <br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgQ5A_upZ0KSjKdD-kgC0FoouBPqvtM8Wguhd5H0JOQmijKRUGh_oingerMvBymuPxbwOxMWFFCzgUebSzQGB8sM0tMyN7HiBYLwRlCiYRHvmc-2OmMB7u672yc_F0StRoMVbpX4PhnRXZZuY4-OD-RduTGSzKRzNJFVKdcphUaZUpnr39cYg2MEoB4Fv1/s1186/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Valse%20Degueulasse.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1117" data-original-width="1186" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgQ5A_upZ0KSjKdD-kgC0FoouBPqvtM8Wguhd5H0JOQmijKRUGh_oingerMvBymuPxbwOxMWFFCzgUebSzQGB8sM0tMyN7HiBYLwRlCiYRHvmc-2OmMB7u672yc_F0StRoMVbpX4PhnRXZZuY4-OD-RduTGSzKRzNJFVKdcphUaZUpnr39cYg2MEoB4Fv1/w400-h376/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Valse%20Degueulasse.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">The sparse composition of<i><b> Valse degueulasse</b></i> is a masterclass in composition and restraint.The background is left a pristine white, giving the drawing a lighter than air sensation, enhancing the movement of the figures caught in their unlikely dance. The viewer's eye cannot help but move about the drawing, pausing but briefly at the hand lettered title and speech bubbles before sliding down the alligator's tail, up his back and then down again to land on the seat of the bicycle. Like a roller coaster ride set to music the eye is constantly kept in perpetual motion moving in a circular fashion around the image.</span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAus9MUI3ZXisX2suf8KLEbFcxwJ_LVCct4gJzc2DMGFnOhy6miTR02vXos8mj-NXnC5yLegPOsipFesrUSbKZEu5Wk9Mxfwp5IZP6I3pvAwThmGpZAds8_JP0ypfmskNJfPMKu69S1yz_R7-RfEJQ6yBHbow4vuYV5DkpnG6DjpCvl37f2hYxvhOE7Z7s/s576/Edward%20Gorey%20Valse%20date%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="206" data-original-width="576" height="143" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAus9MUI3ZXisX2suf8KLEbFcxwJ_LVCct4gJzc2DMGFnOhy6miTR02vXos8mj-NXnC5yLegPOsipFesrUSbKZEu5Wk9Mxfwp5IZP6I3pvAwThmGpZAds8_JP0ypfmskNJfPMKu69S1yz_R7-RfEJQ6yBHbow4vuYV5DkpnG6DjpCvl37f2hYxvhOE7Z7s/w400-h143/Edward%20Gorey%20Valse%20date%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">Like most drawings for his A Collection publications, Edward Gorey dated this piece of art on the back of the drawing in the lower right corner. The two dates 31.iii.76 - 31.iii.76 (March 31, 1976 - March 31, 1976) show that the drawing was completed in one day. </span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZcuVGzewIyQBLwZqjRn0IrFqU07ZwQwWoe5Ai_aiSPbqryoXfLIsvzLd1VheERp6grOvad85sXl0ueZ1vIklCaBbb3XiYkes1rNVfE1Y9xOj5C63699JuwHTTDdQcp5mgzRJLGFAtrsrbiN-7fHAkvp8VYOBbzWIsOPy4ujyexbNdY2CK7vGOUPck1N2r/s311/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Valse%20Degueulasse%20detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="215" data-original-width="311" height="277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZcuVGzewIyQBLwZqjRn0IrFqU07ZwQwWoe5Ai_aiSPbqryoXfLIsvzLd1VheERp6grOvad85sXl0ueZ1vIklCaBbb3XiYkes1rNVfE1Y9xOj5C63699JuwHTTDdQcp5mgzRJLGFAtrsrbiN-7fHAkvp8VYOBbzWIsOPy4ujyexbNdY2CK7vGOUPck1N2r/w400-h277/Edward%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Valse%20Degueulasse%20detail.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The fineness of the line in this drawing is exemplary. The control needed to place the tiniest of dots for the slightly off center pupil in the alligators eye gives the beast expression. The dot is more pronounced in scans and printed versions of the drawing itself. Viewing the drawing in person, the dot is almost invisible. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyOw0vYVAhtrgQnyTm1Y2O59gcySujnGlggquoEp8ipx-w1nFDtJCHLQ4SJD3wpFXe1utLbFZsxF_pJVQveZFnL1S6N-25OzLDREoAY1qliIiYcKRu7v25eoDNCPmHwpLO8CfCefcvYBGBG34BUfMnPyx1RMyanius0R72T4uepjawDtzcTI0_gmbQYHDm/s797/Edward%20Gorey%20The%20Broken%20Spoke%20Cover%20Painting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="313" data-original-width="797" height="158" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyOw0vYVAhtrgQnyTm1Y2O59gcySujnGlggquoEp8ipx-w1nFDtJCHLQ4SJD3wpFXe1utLbFZsxF_pJVQveZFnL1S6N-25OzLDREoAY1qliIiYcKRu7v25eoDNCPmHwpLO8CfCefcvYBGBG34BUfMnPyx1RMyanius0R72T4uepjawDtzcTI0_gmbQYHDm/w400-h158/Edward%20Gorey%20The%20Broken%20Spoke%20Cover%20Painting.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">This was the final piece of interior postcard art from <i>The Broken Spoke</i> that remained in the Gorey archives, all the others having sold either through Graham Gallery or The Gotham Book Mart. The one remaining original piece from <i>Broken Spoke</i> in the archive is the sumptuous full color cover painting. This spectacular painting has been included in several museum shows of Edward Gorey's works.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-71478017648354348912023-08-27T11:40:00.000-07:002023-08-27T11:40:21.008-07:00Original Art At Auction, Part 2<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT4R6mjt7HMAuL0l8tfrev2V3Oab-s_Tyf9-KYMtHf04xqo_Vwb-Cc8gRj0l88oc02q9YmCm5o3onsiris3lM8u7DEiQmGyyO6CkotcZPkfbvy-7w_SP7VGwbU9ecWLSHY-mdxTQ13nyQogC8Jx6qwzN1IUGB2fejor1OO_KgUOmmPIB15qChBg4yT81Qf/s1291/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Auction%20Case.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="986" data-original-width="1291" height="305" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT4R6mjt7HMAuL0l8tfrev2V3Oab-s_Tyf9-KYMtHf04xqo_Vwb-Cc8gRj0l88oc02q9YmCm5o3onsiris3lM8u7DEiQmGyyO6CkotcZPkfbvy-7w_SP7VGwbU9ecWLSHY-mdxTQ13nyQogC8Jx6qwzN1IUGB2fejor1OO_KgUOmmPIB15qChBg4yT81Qf/w400-h305/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Auction%20Case.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">As mentioned in the previous post, there were three more pieces of original artwork offered at </span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> </i></b></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">The Edward Gorey Cocktail Party; or, A Nocturne At The Strand</span></i></b> fundraiser's silent auction on August 9th. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_l-XSwIYVkERyffb_8Gt5Bdo09WEr7vXG14q4aCZ7LesXUHRaGcp_iTXY2bDSPt0ztNunDriIikJNJUeJatjs76J7-ibRfKLNgTE120H3PYba1FhKUreCVAwx2cO1F2_LyjaeG98DrHdTlbZKBbtvJ8XKCtuRg1lsyEN0eBBLBkofNXtAkzb3rhHxH2E0/s1585/Edward%20Gorey%20Man%20on%20Ottoman.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1585" data-original-width="1090" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_l-XSwIYVkERyffb_8Gt5Bdo09WEr7vXG14q4aCZ7LesXUHRaGcp_iTXY2bDSPt0ztNunDriIikJNJUeJatjs76J7-ibRfKLNgTE120H3PYba1FhKUreCVAwx2cO1F2_LyjaeG98DrHdTlbZKBbtvJ8XKCtuRg1lsyEN0eBBLBkofNXtAkzb3rhHxH2E0/w275-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Man%20on%20Ottoman.jpg" width="275" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Gentleman on Ottoman</span></i></b> represents the earliest drawing offered at the auction. A beautifully executed finished pen and ink drawing, this piece was created </span><span style="font-size: large;">in the very
early 1950's</span><span style="font-size: large;">,</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"> around the time of Edward Gorey's first published work, <i>The Unstrung Harp</i></span><span style="font-size: large;">. Not intended for a specific project, this piece nonetheless shows the delicate dexterity of Mr. Gorey's line work and attention to detail. Holding a drink in his left hand, the gentleman is intently studying a piece of
paper on the floor. While Edward Gorey's figures can be stiffly posed,
this gentleman elegantly displays the intensity of his concentration through his expressive body language. Even the way he holds the cocktail suggests a pause
of unexpected inquiry as if the paper suddenly appeared at his feet. This piece sold for $4000.00.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrX_a3XWo-umI1VjBD4TAUU0wmQSw_-qOu_DqdbsnGFvwjkZJnh3PyqCa2WiBOiJVmQOH_Vz_uCh0Hnx--9iKj078bnF_vTiydedM9Y8b02x4YNxBcvzaa_A9I7McVHumSKpyw8M5q6Wdnti4u1GlaFvyTDa8xV5DYk0v9_nGbPdzTqJjNiRUkreWwnITr/s1657/Edwad%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Alligator.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1569" data-original-width="1657" height="379" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrX_a3XWo-umI1VjBD4TAUU0wmQSw_-qOu_DqdbsnGFvwjkZJnh3PyqCa2WiBOiJVmQOH_Vz_uCh0Hnx--9iKj078bnF_vTiydedM9Y8b02x4YNxBcvzaa_A9I7McVHumSKpyw8M5q6Wdnti4u1GlaFvyTDa8xV5DYk0v9_nGbPdzTqJjNiRUkreWwnITr/w400-h379/Edwad%20Gorey%20Broken%20Spoke%20Alligator.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Jumping ahead about 25 years, Edward Gorey created <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Valse degueulasse</span></b></i> (repugnant waltz) in 1976 for his book <i>The Broken Spoke</i>. This image makes a tongue-in-cheek reference to an earlier work by Mr. Gorey, <i>The Epiplectic Bicycle</i> (1969) in which both the alligator and bicycle were featured characters. This drawing is an exceptional example of Edward Gorey's mastery of delicate line work and the use of blank space within a drawing. This piece sold for $4500.00.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpc2pSZRflTcCe3BaK3BONz2ohR3a10Ltioj6VTX_eUNNqE3wL13s-9SK4lfeUe0Y01MEkKfrziV-GrN302bVpuOYJ9yuoO_K4WAOAchQE7mNJL7aHFZSN0N_9D6sNkBJncmjxaRC7heFZxWbqkWMkgrCgVxmuCxZHXx4H6v8fmCEfh-owYYyZLF64_G9W/s1673/Edward%20Gorey%20Four%20Men%20in%20Fur%20Coats.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1581" data-original-width="1673" height="378" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpc2pSZRflTcCe3BaK3BONz2ohR3a10Ltioj6VTX_eUNNqE3wL13s-9SK4lfeUe0Y01MEkKfrziV-GrN302bVpuOYJ9yuoO_K4WAOAchQE7mNJL7aHFZSN0N_9D6sNkBJncmjxaRC7heFZxWbqkWMkgrCgVxmuCxZHXx4H6v8fmCEfh-owYYyZLF64_G9W/w400-h378/Edward%20Gorey%20Four%20Men%20in%20Fur%20Coats.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><i><b>Four Men in Fur Coats</b></i></span> was created in 1985 for a book project that was not completed. The gentlemen pictured are reminiscent of the similarly adorned characters from Edward Gorey's 1982 book <i>The Water Flowers</i>. The elaborate winter garments worn by the men are beautifully rendered in this pen & ink drawing. As mentioned in a previous post, this</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span>
drawing was created at a time when Edward Gorey was ceasing to wear fur
coats himself, but could still indulge in over the top (and politically incorrect) period fashion in his
art.</span><span><span> This piece sold for $7250.00.</span></span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The photo of the silent auction display
case courtesy Russell Lehrer. Images of original art courtesy The Edward
Gorey Charitable Trust.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><p></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-65316211768265073792023-08-23T06:45:00.002-07:002023-08-25T05:59:40.267-07:00Original Art At Auction, Part 1<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9umFikVM-ANctA0g15yl6_wUi1Vc2kIqzDJBjMwUbwboyNeXGt-txb1tA8TlOQbQiSL4EZgqCrx9W0kBdcOngqR8tSszJbJGZLpS9rLTMO5G9Hbo7sagQ1Hk_9-br6bAEGz2lN4jPTH47jrUup-u5ofhmqdiH_iNpfwTmcSB1KZL380tLiZT0IcuCB6DR/s1386/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Auction%20Case.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1386" data-original-width="1307" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9umFikVM-ANctA0g15yl6_wUi1Vc2kIqzDJBjMwUbwboyNeXGt-txb1tA8TlOQbQiSL4EZgqCrx9W0kBdcOngqR8tSszJbJGZLpS9rLTMO5G9Hbo7sagQ1Hk_9-br6bAEGz2lN4jPTH47jrUup-u5ofhmqdiH_iNpfwTmcSB1KZL380tLiZT0IcuCB6DR/w378-h400/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Auction%20Case.jpg" width="378" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Much anticipated,<b><i> <span style="color: #8e7cc3;">The Edward Gorey Cocktail Party; or, A Nocturne At The Strand</span></i></b> fundraiser hosted by the Edward Gorey Charitable Trust on August 9th was a great success. The items sold at the silent auction to help raise funds for the Trust's mission are now in the collections of the winning bidders. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">In addition to the posters, prints, and personal jewelry items, seven original drawings were included in the auction, and special recognition should be given to Trust archivist Will Baker for curating a spectacular collection of pieces for the event's silent auction. The original art included works that represented the breadth of Edward Gorey's oeuvre from the beginning of his career through the mid 1990's.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglT_P9Umji8G0twJthBnOxMkZFe23ZOUBjQwZYmxH_f8-pGnQYPFRJ3nOo3xdYdrrKFORk8oldf2C9DlwMZuSQFFU6qkhqoUzlQvqDhrz6xwMDC5q9ZWdOETwAMZH6kQ8woJTBKHqX7WDyaUxeUVu5EtTbeNHu9ILy18r0hOn99TW-LEuAdoE-XCkzXI5U/s1599/Edward%20Gorey%20Cat%20on%20Mantle%20Sketch.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1599" data-original-width="926" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglT_P9Umji8G0twJthBnOxMkZFe23ZOUBjQwZYmxH_f8-pGnQYPFRJ3nOo3xdYdrrKFORk8oldf2C9DlwMZuSQFFU6qkhqoUzlQvqDhrz6xwMDC5q9ZWdOETwAMZH6kQ8woJTBKHqX7WDyaUxeUVu5EtTbeNHu9ILy18r0hOn99TW-LEuAdoE-XCkzXI5U/w231-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Cat%20on%20Mantle%20Sketch.jpg" width="231" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">With loose pen strokes, </span><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Cat on a mantle.</span></b> </i>shows Mr. Gorey's skill at capturing the essence of an image swiftly and with style. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Rendered on the back of a sheet of his printed note paper, t</span><span style="font-size: large;">his portrait of a cat was obviously quickly executed yet is precise and no lines are extraneous. This drawing sold for $3600.00.<br /> </span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsAKrBiZl9-qRyNviCUD3GFteQnU64Jslbrpjo1qZNi185-PjLYgBLHFctfleytZllWxgqxRaNmLS1xBb8ddG0JNOCiLDkIjS5sWPaS7ZKjTUomY6HpiFFVzbYXj9AA0bOWxIUhIemMGUplLk2Fru8JGhsFNmNGMOGQ6Ado-uORqfSJnbcNwCJv-YoBTEd/s1612/Edwrd%20Gorey%20Mysteries%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1612" data-original-width="1236" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsAKrBiZl9-qRyNviCUD3GFteQnU64Jslbrpjo1qZNi185-PjLYgBLHFctfleytZllWxgqxRaNmLS1xBb8ddG0JNOCiLDkIjS5sWPaS7ZKjTUomY6HpiFFVzbYXj9AA0bOWxIUhIemMGUplLk2Fru8JGhsFNmNGMOGQ6Ado-uORqfSJnbcNwCJv-YoBTEd/w306-h400/Edwrd%20Gorey%20Mysteries%20.jpg" width="306" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">A preliminary artwork rather than a sketch, <b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Mysteries</span></i></b> offers insights into how Edward Gorey organized his ideas when designing a poster and/or book cover (this project does not appear to have been fully realized). Even though the style appears loose, this image was carefully and deliberately planned out. Mr. Gorey's color preliminary drawings are usually executed as expressive watercolor paintings even when the final piece would rely heavily on finely drawn pen and ink with color accenting. The penciled grid, while not unheard of, was employed infrequently by the artist. The grid would provide accurate measurements to aid Mr. Gorey in recreating the image in the final work. The purple infill around the vignettes lends an atmospheric sense of drama to the art. This piece sold for $4000.00.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKiCQldlSYWynCU7MJXuTII9xLdW5kvmY3dxrIvn_-a-VDKz26lenkT2kPWDCAxj_DiDWTQz5xVuwcXsIG4LuJivN-pzHB_5Iwvtvg-1mFLlHukcz4cvcq0TwqQJUS9wug480sJxkhkGsJVKyhexWIJcsBrL89MU4lBFtuKsWjAwx5l_NsZ8yUFnsYOtjM/s1576/Edward%20Gorey%20Drat!.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1576" data-original-width="1162" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKiCQldlSYWynCU7MJXuTII9xLdW5kvmY3dxrIvn_-a-VDKz26lenkT2kPWDCAxj_DiDWTQz5xVuwcXsIG4LuJivN-pzHB_5Iwvtvg-1mFLlHukcz4cvcq0TwqQJUS9wug480sJxkhkGsJVKyhexWIJcsBrL89MU4lBFtuKsWjAwx5l_NsZ8yUFnsYOtjM/w295-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Drat!.jpg" width="295" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Drat!</span></i></b> was a poster design created in 1997 for a theatrical evening of stories by Edward Gorey at the Cape Rep Theatre. The image is executed with an economy of line, deft craftsmanship. and humor. The letters appear one inside the other, tunnel fashion with the letter D acting as the mouth of the tunnel. An expired bug rests atop of the D. The dramatic simplicity of the design compels the viewer to exclaim "Drat!" out loud. This piece sold for $1700.00.<br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEIwyARDld2IeioSShYzMRcCrn2Zb4nKdMOCaO2yh14vQzMegqzvG3_ETD6jT9h3EZ7NzZF9iTRYF0C_LFDrv1kRahduTfnx-c2ZtIL_1TglETz5owpcVYlOBPNIlQTeweb81ksSfKY_2juygerMlwEHcdHMYuVU4Hj_6WBFbAhDYB-YMNXyEmmTq56LLf/s1686/Edward%20Gory%20Q.R.V..jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1594" data-original-width="1686" height="379" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEIwyARDld2IeioSShYzMRcCrn2Zb4nKdMOCaO2yh14vQzMegqzvG3_ETD6jT9h3EZ7NzZF9iTRYF0C_LFDrv1kRahduTfnx-c2ZtIL_1TglETz5owpcVYlOBPNIlQTeweb81ksSfKY_2juygerMlwEHcdHMYuVU4Hj_6WBFbAhDYB-YMNXyEmmTq56LLf/w400-h379/Edward%20Gory%20Q.R.V..jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Another piece that uses lettering as image in a totally different style is <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Q.R.V. 1-12</span></b></i>. This piece was drawn in 1985 and is dated on the back, indicating that it was intended to be part of an A Collection work. Q.R.V. became a major theme for Edward Gorey through the years as the enigmatic letters appeared with increasing frequency in his writings, illustrations and stage designs. The "1 - 12" notation on the scroll acts as a subtitle, indicating that this was most likely intended as the cover image for the (unfinished) work. The dimensions and crop marks suggest that this was to be a postcard project, a favorite format of Mr. Gorey's. This piece sold for $2650.00.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The three other pieces of original art from the auction will be discussed in a future post. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">The photo of the silent auction display case courtesy Russell Lehrer. Images of original art courtesy The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust.</span><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><span style="font-size: large;"></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-83334546678789117062023-08-12T06:26:00.001-07:002023-08-12T06:37:33.789-07:00Gorey Fundraising Event Auction News<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl2nKlbkMB8c-VvxYuRBZ-Kld3AoXpCUC-XUF3g5ZlTQ4ZwwyCp9Y00GUhcIjVknab1Xi66ElEXihvi90yr5935Ddvwi87GLaYB3wx59qtAqZSaPJsw186s2sMcieI8RNjBNiYmATx0OVBzNwuHAcur5PT2zfAcwIzaBOuhRpzi-Zr_1DKBQELgd14bu3W/s1080/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Russell%20Case.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="801" data-original-width="1080" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl2nKlbkMB8c-VvxYuRBZ-Kld3AoXpCUC-XUF3g5ZlTQ4ZwwyCp9Y00GUhcIjVknab1Xi66ElEXihvi90yr5935Ddvwi87GLaYB3wx59qtAqZSaPJsw186s2sMcieI8RNjBNiYmATx0OVBzNwuHAcur5PT2zfAcwIzaBOuhRpzi-Zr_1DKBQELgd14bu3W/w400-h296/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Russell%20Case.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">On Wednesday August 9th, The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust hosted a cocktail party fundraiser at the Strand Bookstore in New York City. The event was attended by over 100 Goreyphiles who imbibed themed cocktails and snacked on hors d'oeuvres while viewing displays of rare Gorey material from collector Russell Lehrer's extensive Edward Gorey collection. EGCT Trustee Eric Sherman welcomed the assembled party goers and talked about the focus of the Trust and the charitable works the Trust is involved with. Mr. Lehrer gave a short talk and was available throughout evening to share insights into his collection.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4zsD0tInKZfVyliiv4HxhWdKgoyGUXMqcrKBx0Tk3DpjmRFf4Ydn7PNAOZL6tmyerB-z0g_kIuQdFKsE1EnCa5ytbkB4h6z-8t74n4ask3UTznPIEfX2rr3vHpJo-lfylclpc_WxKSMLqBH8PaSzY1PCAO4Wx-J-rDT5Z5opNUhIRVA7TjB2xm1t3Ff8s/s1386/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Auction%20Case.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1386" data-original-width="1307" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4zsD0tInKZfVyliiv4HxhWdKgoyGUXMqcrKBx0Tk3DpjmRFf4Ydn7PNAOZL6tmyerB-z0g_kIuQdFKsE1EnCa5ytbkB4h6z-8t74n4ask3UTznPIEfX2rr3vHpJo-lfylclpc_WxKSMLqBH8PaSzY1PCAO4Wx-J-rDT5Z5opNUhIRVA7TjB2xm1t3Ff8s/w378-h400/Gorey%20Fundraiser%20Auction%20Case.jpg" width="378" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">A much anticipated feature of the event was the silent auction. The twenty items auctioned included signed posters, prints, original artwork and a selection of Edward Gorey's personal jewelry items. Live bidding was available to all those in attendance and remote bidders could also participate (preregistration with a fee was required).<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf4iAAiUgH4HxO6NpyFWffw1lJHctzQ6KU4YHxEYvhaEc32ZpUa_dYyHgnpmrEcMFPmBEY6Eqm9uOsfGwdwSlTqKv5fDn6P180PSgu4PAfdKdF9skFtSFelzS0iUBMOgzIJlvYk4ZvPkErr_lhHuhMW6ICyvi9Uutx84ZV1QdIx0D37cDivutp3_12lrmn/s1140/Edward%20Gorey%20Ring.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="877" data-original-width="1140" height="308" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf4iAAiUgH4HxO6NpyFWffw1lJHctzQ6KU4YHxEYvhaEc32ZpUa_dYyHgnpmrEcMFPmBEY6Eqm9uOsfGwdwSlTqKv5fDn6P180PSgu4PAfdKdF9skFtSFelzS0iUBMOgzIJlvYk4ZvPkErr_lhHuhMW6ICyvi9Uutx84ZV1QdIx0D37cDivutp3_12lrmn/w400-h308/Edward%20Gorey%20Ring.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">With a final bid of $4100.00, Mr. Gorey's unusual brass finger ring was much sought after.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGxO1WkiFFM0Ds6mDsc6T91HPuhf5oVIVabSHxQHc62OzlDvVTBpADYiCMFiQRMXPnNeydCRviRkQLN96bP068CQqE7qxvcd0aUJfRqt6KrcvhNt06gg_UWwkUB9hhOV9tzIaK7Cwd9s7uzn7ySEpKW6hThTifKhsajSjETuiSCj_BdYYax3sPFSvmMoGp/s1166/Edward%20Gorey%20Men%20in%20Furs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="966" data-original-width="1166" height="331" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGxO1WkiFFM0Ds6mDsc6T91HPuhf5oVIVabSHxQHc62OzlDvVTBpADYiCMFiQRMXPnNeydCRviRkQLN96bP068CQqE7qxvcd0aUJfRqt6KrcvhNt06gg_UWwkUB9hhOV9tzIaK7Cwd9s7uzn7ySEpKW6hThTifKhsajSjETuiSCj_BdYYax3sPFSvmMoGp/w400-h331/Edward%20Gorey%20Men%20in%20Furs.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The top item at the auction was a piece of original artwork showing four men in fur coats with top hats in front of river with ice floes in the background. This exceptional piece is dated 4.x.85-5.x.85 (October 4-5, 1985) on the reverse and was intended for a book that was never completed. This beautifully rendered pen and ink drawing was created at a time when Edward Gorey was ceasing to wear fur coats himself, but could still indulge in over the top fashion in his art. This exceptional piece sold for $7250.00<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The event concluded by raising over $40,000.00 for the Trust. </span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">(Photos from the event courtesy Russell Lehrer. Photos of auction items courtesy The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust)</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-9975859820853361012023-07-30T18:40:00.002-07:002023-07-30T18:44:36.851-07:00New Limited Edition Edward Gorey Print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiTExbqexRkX8V85x7AA0sB9gi8wIVGiv-H-2B4igele5ucbMQhZK4F0FFVG7QofMtPP6-iLqVCM_gP1vRgzNAM0HjqzI8uj4uXREEVP5iQEkXayIGs1E66RWV6t33qKqaHjPZRv2APfqAgGr5AIkieEezlIiVOBPPvtPio72n-aZL81-8rfflSEiavlmW/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Trust%20Worsted%20Monster%20Print.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="774" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiTExbqexRkX8V85x7AA0sB9gi8wIVGiv-H-2B4igele5ucbMQhZK4F0FFVG7QofMtPP6-iLqVCM_gP1vRgzNAM0HjqzI8uj4uXREEVP5iQEkXayIGs1E66RWV6t33qKqaHjPZRv2APfqAgGr5AIkieEezlIiVOBPPvtPio72n-aZL81-8rfflSEiavlmW/w286-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Trust%20Worsted%20Monster%20Print.jpg" width="286" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust is throwing a cocktail party fundraiser on Wednesday August 9th at the Strand Bookstore in New York City. Tickets to this special evening are still available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-edward-gorey-cocktail-party-or-a-nocturne-at-the-strand-registration-656710537897" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">A unique feature of the event is a silent auction featuring posters, limited edition prints, personal items of Edward Gorey, and original artwork. For those who cannot attend the event in person, there is an option to bid online ($30.00 registration fee).<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The Edward Gorey Trust has created <i><b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Ancient Survivals</span></b></i>, a new limited edition print especially for this event. Registered auction bidders may purchase the print on line at this time. To register to bid online go <a href="https://events.handbid.com/lp/edward-gorey-summer-2023-silent-auction" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-47741824732352823132023-07-06T19:28:00.000-07:002023-07-06T19:28:02.613-07:00Summer at th Edward Gorey House<p> <span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9A_1dONi_84Cx2qkMkw1j3XkBLrCKxa_RVuF_cFtEPzTEn6DHCyAAQmcVzw-9QUMOAbnqDSUIAeSLaWFzBdGJAlzd1ld0pM7yuSgb7lZiP6ZNCukuZURShYXaXBzpABwo-1h9z3qkHa2f_bMHMoqf5VB6ZKpk5siyyLlmpO77lAusqJ7v2SkDACQOfsFK/s1256/Edward%20Gorey%20Dressed%20To%20Kill%20Booklet.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="815" data-original-width="1256" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9A_1dONi_84Cx2qkMkw1j3XkBLrCKxa_RVuF_cFtEPzTEn6DHCyAAQmcVzw-9QUMOAbnqDSUIAeSLaWFzBdGJAlzd1ld0pM7yuSgb7lZiP6ZNCukuZURShYXaXBzpABwo-1h9z3qkHa2f_bMHMoqf5VB6ZKpk5siyyLlmpO77lAusqJ7v2SkDACQOfsFK/w400-h260/Edward%20Gorey%20Dressed%20To%20Kill%20Booklet.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The Edward Gorey House is in full summer mode. Have you planned your pilgrimage visit yet?<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">The Edward Gorey House is the only museum dedicated solely to the works of Edward Gorey. Housed in Mr. Gorey's rambling home in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, the museum mounts a unique themed exhibition annually, mixing original artworks, books, and ephemera along with personal items. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiZ3_hmx-NpgbLbq50tV14T6kjpO0r3DvpyxoccgODaaTznR2dBAY20dR_0bP5V7T6DzJJ_tKr0vTHr4EDd1WnPA05D_5eKz94TxR2pY2PC6z0Rg1lc_ntBXjfEd8XroCtEn8MiHYxsG2qw8aA8zxvHNDvrFiIsM75JMDk5HrF3wI4QnftzKyiml3NijLP/s1261/Edward%20Gorey%202022%20booklet.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="784" data-original-width="1261" height="249" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiZ3_hmx-NpgbLbq50tV14T6kjpO0r3DvpyxoccgODaaTznR2dBAY20dR_0bP5V7T6DzJJ_tKr0vTHr4EDd1WnPA05D_5eKz94TxR2pY2PC6z0Rg1lc_ntBXjfEd8XroCtEn8MiHYxsG2qw8aA8zxvHNDvrFiIsM75JMDk5HrF3wI4QnftzKyiml3NijLP/w400-h249/Edward%20Gorey%202022%20booklet.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">The 2023 exhibition, <i><b><span style="color: #8e7cc3;">Dressed To Kill, Edward Gorey and the Social Fabric</span></b></i>, shines a runway spotlight on the clothing and costume designs created by Edward Gorey for his books, illustrations, and stage productions. </span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHWlWbNUj5zQJqKRKMMPAy41kU8p7Sm_tIhoOYXn7WBDngu3LYgu8Ar7eLSzHNBmHuQlwVO9PDt_yI8PqJiBVz_47L21l1IKGD4yddWntJ9RIKo0QosBXsEXFEOguNLtBaKeYK1jMKP7bMO1hCK91X1uPUwu61aHDTLkqhZ9Kn_kx2-9Dp3Jj7tWV4ZNxT/s1238/Edward%20Gorey%202021%20booklet.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="807" data-original-width="1238" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHWlWbNUj5zQJqKRKMMPAy41kU8p7Sm_tIhoOYXn7WBDngu3LYgu8Ar7eLSzHNBmHuQlwVO9PDt_yI8PqJiBVz_47L21l1IKGD4yddWntJ9RIKo0QosBXsEXFEOguNLtBaKeYK1jMKP7bMO1hCK91X1uPUwu61aHDTLkqhZ9Kn_kx2-9Dp3Jj7tWV4ZNxT/w400-h261/Edward%20Gorey%202021%20booklet.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">If you are unable to visit The Edward Gorey House in person, you can still show your support with an annual House membership. Members are rewarded with several benefits including free admissions and discounts at the gift shop, both in person and online. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcMXxGNDR3YD42Nx_fuLKJchjLJ6fHKAb3e-gMssj5XatuyvmDau3mgMmBTTVQEy5SIJ51nvtF1o1RH6K8Byy4Zweo5qTE30HP5nJgOyRL-eNDun9GwVhwhu_eJB0Us-7Zubo3IIQHsb9ViUqQE9ktP7tK4_xNRq_y4Y-fTniGcauQ2wFBhb4ekGc7bHo5/s1464/Edward%20Gorey%202020%20booklet.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="951" data-original-width="1464" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcMXxGNDR3YD42Nx_fuLKJchjLJ6fHKAb3e-gMssj5XatuyvmDau3mgMmBTTVQEy5SIJ51nvtF1o1RH6K8Byy4Zweo5qTE30HP5nJgOyRL-eNDun9GwVhwhu_eJB0Us-7Zubo3IIQHsb9ViUqQE9ktP7tK4_xNRq_y4Y-fTniGcauQ2wFBhb4ekGc7bHo5/w400-h260/Edward%20Gorey%202020%20booklet.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">A desirable membership premium at the $100.00 Donor level (and above) is a highly collectible exhibition booklet created by museum curator Gregory Hischak. Begun in 2020, each annual booklet is fully illustrated and features new essays by Mr. Hischak that give in-depth context to the current exhibition. Produced in very small print runs, these booklets are unique collector's items that are highly sought after. <br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">To donate to the House or subscribe with a membership, to <a href="https://www.edwardgoreyhouse.org/pages/join-the-house" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-73718505015970650542023-07-04T05:14:00.004-07:002023-07-04T05:14:59.512-07:00Patriotic Figbash<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDCeCdIl42BWvdGpcmy66qxdy7JW5Yv9BQ2uRhHmpLI81JrUa4bBxIgvif1bR2nVtS1MDihAyReUyO_23dkvZg2gjOomjVwYWZQK537X8akSa5icly03nC45yBDu_792j_rqTMCnTJZFVFaHw1jF64OFk-tF0pVAcOLi2siFsujKh4stxn_fvMdzk-2Azl/s720/Edward%20Gorey%20figbash%20flag.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="588" data-original-width="720" height="326" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDCeCdIl42BWvdGpcmy66qxdy7JW5Yv9BQ2uRhHmpLI81JrUa4bBxIgvif1bR2nVtS1MDihAyReUyO_23dkvZg2gjOomjVwYWZQK537X8akSa5icly03nC45yBDu_792j_rqTMCnTJZFVFaHw1jF64OFk-tF0pVAcOLi2siFsujKh4stxn_fvMdzk-2Azl/w400-h326/Edward%20Gorey%20figbash%20flag.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /> <p></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-43829913846213070992023-07-03T05:33:00.003-07:002023-07-03T05:33:43.955-07:00Happy Independence Day!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWstYWsc9Hgy1_C98IGQPuT90LKOg4yfxyNbVDlUwiWn9j81xZ3lOlZwJR31MYfcFJgCnV7EKt6IfVxn4c6B3oZ8vkLMM2-KLnJkdR3RNqzGZoU8m8NrJGhm1y0zGNWpoj82y4Y_EZKkzO0Hoo7xSzj9iueEuvPlVWeCzFIbmV9PJDRYxurEtuJ0CVyB70/s833/Edward%20Gorey%20Man%20w:Sparklers%20on%20Bicycle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="833" data-original-width="659" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWstYWsc9Hgy1_C98IGQPuT90LKOg4yfxyNbVDlUwiWn9j81xZ3lOlZwJR31MYfcFJgCnV7EKt6IfVxn4c6B3oZ8vkLMM2-KLnJkdR3RNqzGZoU8m8NrJGhm1y0zGNWpoj82y4Y_EZKkzO0Hoo7xSzj9iueEuvPlVWeCzFIbmV9PJDRYxurEtuJ0CVyB70/w316-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Man%20w:Sparklers%20on%20Bicycle.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"> Happy Independence Day!</span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-44114281903953333512023-06-28T19:49:00.000-07:002023-06-28T19:49:21.414-07:00A Gorey Fundraiser<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigEdhLU_U-UuA2NB2RdrBVwmDCDGbLpSALPeu0QoVF3jdpYMhAIOAla59Bp7XQvow28CL4Cu8fgTY5zbggN0X3vFJ6JYrbnJfHBOuS5Lf5dbdJywHaYoleBP7CG7IBzgYCYeV-NzlrQwbidu9yFUKRrBstj3O9QwJyzQYRCSeVjSQXuMZOgfdOFxecjZ-u/s940/Edward%20Gorey%20party%20.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="470" data-original-width="940" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigEdhLU_U-UuA2NB2RdrBVwmDCDGbLpSALPeu0QoVF3jdpYMhAIOAla59Bp7XQvow28CL4Cu8fgTY5zbggN0X3vFJ6JYrbnJfHBOuS5Lf5dbdJywHaYoleBP7CG7IBzgYCYeV-NzlrQwbidu9yFUKRrBstj3O9QwJyzQYRCSeVjSQXuMZOgfdOFxecjZ-u/w400-h200/Edward%20Gorey%20party%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust is throwing a cocktail party fundraiser at The Strand bookstore in NYC! Proceeds from the event benefit The Edward Gorey Charitable Trust. </span><span style="font-size: large;">It all starts at 6:00 pm on Wednesday August 9th.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxxrS1NI0KwQn0a0tY0g0zm6YGmwGoAOB-Siu-AuiJL4GUh5dfUR_3JXWOYvYUhz-XHJq9KITgZf024gyAY5r7BIs3PAI8CpMPdWp9G_1pLsDQr87pfhIoEaLh6bf9fcAtV0UKl5864ROd0dgxtlcFibqdSdeev2j_QyBeTW_fY2BtPl-HbQEmocHj-_Lq/s940/Edward%20Gorey%20Party%20details.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="470" data-original-width="940" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxxrS1NI0KwQn0a0tY0g0zm6YGmwGoAOB-Siu-AuiJL4GUh5dfUR_3JXWOYvYUhz-XHJq9KITgZf024gyAY5r7BIs3PAI8CpMPdWp9G_1pLsDQr87pfhIoEaLh6bf9fcAtV0UKl5864ROd0dgxtlcFibqdSdeev2j_QyBeTW_fY2BtPl-HbQEmocHj-_Lq/w400-h200/Edward%20Gorey%20Party%20details.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Wax your (false) mustache, get the Spoffish Emeralds out of the vault, and hobnob as part of the Gorey glitterati! Imbibe Gorey-inspired cocktails while discussing the current location of the Lisping Elbow. There will be a special display of rare and unusual Gorey materials and ephemera from a private collection. You can also add something special to your own collection at the Silent Auction.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">To secure your ticket for this special event, go here - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-edward-gorey-cocktail-party-or-a-nocturne-at-the-strand-registration-656710537897">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-edward-gorey-cocktail-party-or-a-nocturne-at-the-strand-registration-656710537897<br /></a></span></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-52646109010716387882023-05-11T18:54:00.002-07:002023-05-11T18:54:48.781-07:00Alfresco Entertaining<p><span style="font-size: large;">As the weather improves and the flowers and trees begin to fill out once again, everyone's thoughts begin to focus on outdoor dining and entertaining. Here are a handful of ideas by Edward Gorey on how one can entertain alfresco during the summer months.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlqNNX7f7eAIgaT1RbBkB4HYl8JkY9QrzB3Mfk-srSK4RJBAU57wUMrFkAwkqZpLRi9XLgzbZ8ULApdQKW2yF0VaEWx7d8Euo7adXmzCcgVKjK8-UO588eKVndCXgbMizw3XEibVAyIDL2bZyWDj75nK-bzUwx96B93T7yyakU5mMNIWC0yJIqfbnhzw/s2746/Edward%20Gorey%20Skeleton%20in%20Hammock.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2746" data-original-width="2482" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlqNNX7f7eAIgaT1RbBkB4HYl8JkY9QrzB3Mfk-srSK4RJBAU57wUMrFkAwkqZpLRi9XLgzbZ8ULApdQKW2yF0VaEWx7d8Euo7adXmzCcgVKjK8-UO588eKVndCXgbMizw3XEibVAyIDL2bZyWDj75nK-bzUwx96B93T7yyakU5mMNIWC0yJIqfbnhzw/w361-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Skeleton%20in%20Hammock.jpg" width="361" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>An Afternoon Lawn Party</b></i> - The <i><b>Skeleton</b></i> in the above illustration (for Bantam Books Summer Reading 1995 campaign) enjoys a relaxing summer afternoon in a hammock with an improving book. None of the guests of the garden party seem to mind that the skeleton has not dressed for the occasion, or that he has spiked the lemonade with poison. </span><br /></p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSCQxWA0Jhg2bBaAp6RRB8FC0heSP-1G4lOIkUQfpYUuAXmOwbO47FnEFY6lAkSPOEBndvWAnbr7oglrhTlawFzFWMit3AscmnJAjyWvHXuCmWd_oYkI_B6YTaeLL05wO8YpZCdK4ZSNIPxnbfwTs2XCCvHemdOyFzuJwHoVop_o-WIbICAo5vLVZL6Q/s831/Edward%20Gorey%20Picnic%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="831" data-original-width="800" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSCQxWA0Jhg2bBaAp6RRB8FC0heSP-1G4lOIkUQfpYUuAXmOwbO47FnEFY6lAkSPOEBndvWAnbr7oglrhTlawFzFWMit3AscmnJAjyWvHXuCmWd_oYkI_B6YTaeLL05wO8YpZCdK4ZSNIPxnbfwTs2XCCvHemdOyFzuJwHoVop_o-WIbICAo5vLVZL6Q/w385-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Picnic%20.jpg" width="385" /></a></div><p><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>A Picnic</b></i> - Sometimes a quiet summer picnic in a secluded glen is just the ticket. </span><span style="font-size: large;">The two children featured in Edward Gorey's <i><b>China Design: Picnic</b></i> (1974 Graham Gallery Exhibit) are contentedly munching their picnic lunch unaware that they are being observed from afar.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA2zbtovDP9HFYmeAg2xre9r4UVMoVe96sDJZi-WkD1h0onubj1HFEjTzQDjXo6CPVyM02udJxGC62xZBZonqW8S8ix9oD_6tNiPZLLKmBQ5V8ZcdLj0ZyZooUq83IwqrW8ulKhas-19cjPDdcAJNVgcKPj1x0rrZsTEQ4EeCcBuuw1nC3U7bRltdIcw/s1345/Edward%20Gorey%20Pig%20Picnic.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1345" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA2zbtovDP9HFYmeAg2xre9r4UVMoVe96sDJZi-WkD1h0onubj1HFEjTzQDjXo6CPVyM02udJxGC62xZBZonqW8S8ix9oD_6tNiPZLLKmBQ5V8ZcdLj0ZyZooUq83IwqrW8ulKhas-19cjPDdcAJNVgcKPj1x0rrZsTEQ4EeCcBuuw1nC3U7bRltdIcw/w358-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Pig%20Picnic.jpg" width="358" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Drinks On The Lawn</b></i> - Dining in the great outdoors has its pleasures and pitfalls. The well dressed gentleman sharing a meal in the pigsty doesn't seem to mind the odorous environment. Then again, when one has been raised by wealthy farm animals, one gets used to the smell (<i><b>Hollywood's Most Outrageous Stories</b></i>, TV Guide December 21 - 25, 1985). The script treatment probably was inspired by a writer's obsession with the sitcom <i>Green Acres</i>.<br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCq_UZ6KieM7tPJb5Fquhb-TFwApDddUj9TXyX9btdco0hpr6YPgbV-ol28hY_vq8J9PjPV7ZJJ7bW7XHfZAQNSvm-MggEtj4YPNmiDlG8PnVtvHB4PhGdnhizP7dZLN2Qo2Hwa0IAXaIqKnXDOodO69pKXFdujv0vRyOq682DHOhWLmA5RXTHYDxR8Q/s2112/Edward%20Gorey%20Summer%20Seaside%20Holiday%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2112" data-original-width="1486" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCq_UZ6KieM7tPJb5Fquhb-TFwApDddUj9TXyX9btdco0hpr6YPgbV-ol28hY_vq8J9PjPV7ZJJ7bW7XHfZAQNSvm-MggEtj4YPNmiDlG8PnVtvHB4PhGdnhizP7dZLN2Qo2Hwa0IAXaIqKnXDOodO69pKXFdujv0vRyOq682DHOhWLmA5RXTHYDxR8Q/w281-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Summer%20Seaside%20Holiday%20.jpg" width="281" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>A Weekend At The Seaside</b></i> - And finally, the ultimate summer outdoor entertaining - the family get together! In this delightful image from the early 1950's this family of gentlemen are disporting themselves at the seaside on land, sea and air. <br /></span><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-19729336858510798822023-04-15T07:15:00.002-07:002023-04-15T07:17:27.095-07:00A Melancholy Anniversary<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiinujaTsNzXZnc-gYSROb73wsW7M7YbowgLpgdGZn9PvLlrRymJCw5RHoZ3G83mUW-OX4iCKNMBfd0OZgbfZWKT3kc1FK3khsmVtru0e2g9fMUoeGaMuMZSKXsmZwgQij33IEHoCqtmASDpRpibxeMlAtJ4bNRHInTaft7lpHAG4HVsjBJ3Uiy44YdA/s1100/Edward%20Gorey%20Iron%20Tonic%20Graves.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="568" data-original-width="1100" height="206" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiinujaTsNzXZnc-gYSROb73wsW7M7YbowgLpgdGZn9PvLlrRymJCw5RHoZ3G83mUW-OX4iCKNMBfd0OZgbfZWKT3kc1FK3khsmVtru0e2g9fMUoeGaMuMZSKXsmZwgQij33IEHoCqtmASDpRpibxeMlAtJ4bNRHInTaft7lpHAG4HVsjBJ3Uiy44YdA/w400-h206/Edward%20Gorey%20Iron%20Tonic%20Graves.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">On April 15, 2000 Edward Gorey passed away. We were on our annual visit to New York City at the time and as usual, made several visits to The Gotham Book Mart to pour over the treasures they had to offer.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK4d0DXpMxaW8z6TFEE-VEjeSpPl4N419zSsHe6sad0vSekpLUTTtYKLDiJEhwhn5u7Ty8GkxTX1jlwPpjNG8aqktLrYlNCfoDMn06u3jE-lOn5nliGCwZpReVm1MCUfUWZd1iYIjV48MXrlz9k5GOd-T0JQ5XnkdC92ddWLn3FjIUB8W5ffu6w6hJLw/s1024/Edward%20Gorey%20Don%20Giovanni%20Cemetary.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="863" data-original-width="1024" height="338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK4d0DXpMxaW8z6TFEE-VEjeSpPl4N419zSsHe6sad0vSekpLUTTtYKLDiJEhwhn5u7Ty8GkxTX1jlwPpjNG8aqktLrYlNCfoDMn06u3jE-lOn5nliGCwZpReVm1MCUfUWZd1iYIjV48MXrlz9k5GOd-T0JQ5XnkdC92ddWLn3FjIUB8W5ffu6w6hJLw/w400-h338/Edward%20Gorey%20Don%20Giovanni%20Cemetary.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">As it does this year, in 2000 April 15th fell on a Saturday. As usual, when we arrived in Manhattan on Wednesday April 12th, we checked into our hotel and went to The Gotham Book Mart for our initial deep browse. On Thursday evening we attended the New York Antiquarian Book Fair and went back to GBM on Friday to finalize our selections.</span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq3VNUeEd2CRNGRSwVeHvlfpz8NTYdXv-kzWMW9gRUZecMZde-IlcCOEobP3GsaAyrWEzhL7fymuveP9VTYuNSAndhvHPtpVnJU0IVbFE4zew8TgEjXlSmrgGGRmkvhflc6CU7TSEKSsItUMssfNuSQJRYbxs7Rnj-JOe2DwzkaM4-5V9Pm4GTV8kVig/s576/Edward%20Gorey%20Urn%20with%20Frog%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="475" data-original-width="576" height="330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq3VNUeEd2CRNGRSwVeHvlfpz8NTYdXv-kzWMW9gRUZecMZde-IlcCOEobP3GsaAyrWEzhL7fymuveP9VTYuNSAndhvHPtpVnJU0IVbFE4zew8TgEjXlSmrgGGRmkvhflc6CU7TSEKSsItUMssfNuSQJRYbxs7Rnj-JOe2DwzkaM4-5V9Pm4GTV8kVig/w400-h330/Edward%20Gorey%20Urn%20with%20Frog%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">During our Friday visit, there was an odd shift in the atmosphere at GBM. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Unbeknownst to us, Edward Gorey had suffered a heart attack on Wednesday and his condition was dire. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Gina Guy, our Gotham guide to all things Gorey at that time was on edge and kept urging me to pick up whatever I showed an interest in, which was not her usual sales approach. It was only on our return to Minneapolis on Sunday April 16th that we would learn of Mr. Gorey's heart attack and passing. <br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm9xanT7EmRHwuKdNAHkaI0Q3BheEshi5wM1S8w8D0_DAGQmQAVo6Qrbb0o2JOh9Xo_Liz9fuIm1FpWB9mX-Ikdc_nIvGA-dF_PzNr1LaZqYR0vF_vRUbAxG3aqT3H-Fx2SQK6j_HkwJMwLtKmaL7fKDPE03nVwH8xnNXpr_biimNa57C17nv51uKmTA/s1360/Edward%20Gorey%20Osbick%20Bird%20Grave.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1113" data-original-width="1360" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm9xanT7EmRHwuKdNAHkaI0Q3BheEshi5wM1S8w8D0_DAGQmQAVo6Qrbb0o2JOh9Xo_Liz9fuIm1FpWB9mX-Ikdc_nIvGA-dF_PzNr1LaZqYR0vF_vRUbAxG3aqT3H-Fx2SQK6j_HkwJMwLtKmaL7fKDPE03nVwH8xnNXpr_biimNa57C17nv51uKmTA/w400-h328/Edward%20Gorey%20Osbick%20Bird%20Grave.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Images:</span><span style="font-size: medium;"> (top) The Iron Tonic 1969, (upper middle) Cemetery stage set design for Don Giovanni 1980, (lower middle) Unpublished, dated 1984 on reverse, (bottom) The Osbick Bird 1970<br /></span></p><p></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-24771392771833016072023-03-30T18:48:00.000-07:002023-03-30T18:48:31.017-07:00A Visit To New York<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO_WsFJsJTKWokHfYXMgYWOhrLsA7JJfHsAfJseK7EaEYJNQ1mr6I2xoxtzDwv21vvIQHzESMDPfP50PEa0uPTyJiBqW1Gs5Sl6tVTQVm0JaZuXzDBuLyxeYzogQefSqzNH6GRuft-fG8vjjEAcbbBPXzFwKw6idJa557ir3irtcjX5rCtSZAOU-MBAg/s864/New%20York%20Skyline.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="376" data-original-width="864" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO_WsFJsJTKWokHfYXMgYWOhrLsA7JJfHsAfJseK7EaEYJNQ1mr6I2xoxtzDwv21vvIQHzESMDPfP50PEa0uPTyJiBqW1Gs5Sl6tVTQVm0JaZuXzDBuLyxeYzogQefSqzNH6GRuft-fG8vjjEAcbbBPXzFwKw6idJa557ir3irtcjX5rCtSZAOU-MBAg/w400-h174/New%20York%20Skyline.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">We recently returned from a visit to New York City, our first time back in almost five years (skyline view from the airport bus through a window that needed cleaning). Before it closed in 2007, our annual visits would commence by dropping our bags at the hotel and making a beeline for The Gotham Book Mart. Our visits would also include a visit with Christine von der Linn at Swann Auction Galleries to catch up and discuss all things Edward Gorey. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnPDapx31ahThebEGEbrqaKNQrUMhsPt5_VDP5sf2i2FyCvHAX4hjFxH9HmSyXN1tF9Xz46q7IBtrQMdtMvCGP1g3qCvxtFINVJJE9AG7vaLi7kDbi7puvHpOT5nI8ET0BOYnPMOBm3tF8_OJjI7kqCjrGgVBEwyjX8-u9DuawVKvbCcSS9lTEGiPQQ/s818/Gorey%20Trust,%20Christine%20and%20Irwin.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="429" data-original-width="818" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnPDapx31ahThebEGEbrqaKNQrUMhsPt5_VDP5sf2i2FyCvHAX4hjFxH9HmSyXN1tF9Xz46q7IBtrQMdtMvCGP1g3qCvxtFINVJJE9AG7vaLi7kDbi7puvHpOT5nI8ET0BOYnPMOBm3tF8_OJjI7kqCjrGgVBEwyjX8-u9DuawVKvbCcSS9lTEGiPQQ/w400-h210/Gorey%20Trust,%20Christine%20and%20Irwin.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">While The Gotham Book Mart experience can no longer be savored, Ms. von der Linn, who now works with Honey & Wax Booksellers in Brooklyn, New York was able to meet us in the City for coffee. Our nosh overlapped with our planned lunch meeting with Edward Gorey Trustee Eric Sherman and Archivist Will Baker. (left to right: Will Baker, Eric Sherman, Christine von der Linn, Irwin Terry)<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8POFBleFDmCNUe9xQOu0tQsqoNMT3Ym4UCUvlz8KHP7ZswYQwQOmGayCg7m-OQ_rekSwDPE3QoiAIxih18ni8LIXjJW8nNZwULwYALSLHgRLq-1dbKScRFN26u1BrZjCcIK8Rix21MFOMzEuoAa_dkfI9ENTlvuX6nHSx4lZ3NKNJA36RXAi3w9DGjA/s1080/Edward%20Gorey%20Artwork.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1080" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8POFBleFDmCNUe9xQOu0tQsqoNMT3Ym4UCUvlz8KHP7ZswYQwQOmGayCg7m-OQ_rekSwDPE3QoiAIxih18ni8LIXjJW8nNZwULwYALSLHgRLq-1dbKScRFN26u1BrZjCcIK8Rix21MFOMzEuoAa_dkfI9ENTlvuX6nHSx4lZ3NKNJA36RXAi3w9DGjA/w400-h300/Edward%20Gorey%20Artwork.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Lunch was followed by a brief visit to the Edward Gorey Archive to view the ongoing organization of the materials it houses. The Archive has only recently moved into its current space and a tremendous amount of time and effort is being spent to organize and document the materials. While the archive will not be ready to accommodate researchers for quite some time, it is exciting that the treasures it holds are finally being cataloged.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTAaRoUx8vtnfmjKlxaYUxnowPEeBML-28vxFXgB1-Nfx5ypxLyXUqcL_yEM2LEQY6bf31RlhuOYjztFI3ry6XblLRjOaRo1f8vPALlWBoA6z04Lbqi6NXUTVBE1calFdITzsw6MXh8pzJuQcrioezptsV2Snx46wUWdtm_o6pH473ZdX9HzB9agxJjQ/s947/Irwin%20Terry%20at%20Gorey%20Archives.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="864" data-original-width="947" height="365" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTAaRoUx8vtnfmjKlxaYUxnowPEeBML-28vxFXgB1-Nfx5ypxLyXUqcL_yEM2LEQY6bf31RlhuOYjztFI3ry6XblLRjOaRo1f8vPALlWBoA6z04Lbqi6NXUTVBE1calFdITzsw6MXh8pzJuQcrioezptsV2Snx46wUWdtm_o6pH473ZdX9HzB9agxJjQ/w400-h365/Irwin%20Terry%20at%20Gorey%20Archives.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-25792629582890727472023-02-22T06:00:00.000-08:002023-02-22T06:00:23.893-08:00Happy Birthday Edward Gorey!<p><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhthDE1NVncrr74Zn4ZoFTPJ3ITzamnzQSfFKi998mnFQ7csbLdeT8M2d-uFvAtiy4nyLiQ9E_LaFpUXKAs-x6I0a6ABgxi98wi_XCqlPjiOItPEe81x_i_my8Kn2szzSKBh8KwDr0qEYGdqiooZfz-_BUWJZw2Q_lRnL_2t3SFYXo14_pWk8L6Bzo70A/s420/Gorey%20Birthday%20Photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="420" data-original-width="411" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhthDE1NVncrr74Zn4ZoFTPJ3ITzamnzQSfFKi998mnFQ7csbLdeT8M2d-uFvAtiy4nyLiQ9E_LaFpUXKAs-x6I0a6ABgxi98wi_XCqlPjiOItPEe81x_i_my8Kn2szzSKBh8KwDr0qEYGdqiooZfz-_BUWJZw2Q_lRnL_2t3SFYXo14_pWk8L6Bzo70A/w391-h400/Gorey%20Birthday%20Photo.jpg" width="391" /></a></span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Remembering Edward Gorey on his 98th birthday! </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-13011203450354767412023-02-13T05:40:00.003-08:002023-02-13T05:40:26.016-08:00Happy VD!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWxv_QCfm6Y0IN-TDNiixAqta_bjxuA-nxLX065Mida_ThMSJWWS1ppvZyepvKPp7rPUQRQtzNmqvVXilcLRS-9kafYGk8Np6tOxLNJITKUlU46i2bT26Jg57HgJSq1UdFQJO-RglcPKRXQjEUNkiAQOKgHK_-ZJfGQKdU-hEXdicLZCLu3j4jaYGHJw/s893/Edward%20Gorey%20Velentine's%20Hapless%20Child.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="781" data-original-width="893" height="350" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWxv_QCfm6Y0IN-TDNiixAqta_bjxuA-nxLX065Mida_ThMSJWWS1ppvZyepvKPp7rPUQRQtzNmqvVXilcLRS-9kafYGk8Np6tOxLNJITKUlU46i2bT26Jg57HgJSq1UdFQJO-RglcPKRXQjEUNkiAQOKgHK_-ZJfGQKdU-hEXdicLZCLu3j4jaYGHJw/w400-h350/Edward%20Gorey%20Velentine's%20Hapless%20Child.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079889050988906986.post-24588035192852106782023-01-17T18:32:00.007-08:002023-01-18T09:01:29.375-08:00The Kenyon Review<p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr0FV3sBeknJweRjunByoJxKxKCCBTH0LBvRntqrrMdL3J7PvmvD5DD7RGJiGpX3fri97SMCoVi7HcE-87mmWM_31s2pK7ZuT6PmCMLWcfJhfenO2PK5jlpkxDObE7cVv2UMFDliOwXEQqaJVV1oxRLlRgR0qi0NZHxqYve-or9fq2S-COw8Y8nMm61g/s2509/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Magazine.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2509" data-original-width="1665" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr0FV3sBeknJweRjunByoJxKxKCCBTH0LBvRntqrrMdL3J7PvmvD5DD7RGJiGpX3fri97SMCoVi7HcE-87mmWM_31s2pK7ZuT6PmCMLWcfJhfenO2PK5jlpkxDObE7cVv2UMFDliOwXEQqaJVV1oxRLlRgR0qi0NZHxqYve-or9fq2S-COw8Y8nMm61g/w265-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Magazine.jpeg" width="265" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Published by Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, </span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The Kenyon Review</i></b> is a literary magazine that first appeared in 1939. Apart from a ten year lapse between 1969 and 1979, the magazine has been in print since its inception. In November 1966, artwork by </span><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey graced the cover of the magazine. Mr. Gorey also created illustrations for two stories within this issue.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD2hnIgcTB0QxUKtJJ-xbaPwRnztiTdkf6K64dPxZwIebgVx6mEtgnfSfOMtjhdxS2I-EIvFqLbXaUU_vFankW2S_1iEw8uh6b3pyvJpZI4xh4xeLNu7Xx7tES6kst5ZBRkXf_BdMAGFaht06O35jjwE1H-fU6VhpCEqh_nCTnDvVRxdeS63C1U6i1aw/s948/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20interior%20.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="708" data-original-width="948" height="299" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD2hnIgcTB0QxUKtJJ-xbaPwRnztiTdkf6K64dPxZwIebgVx6mEtgnfSfOMtjhdxS2I-EIvFqLbXaUU_vFankW2S_1iEw8uh6b3pyvJpZI4xh4xeLNu7Xx7tES6kst5ZBRkXf_BdMAGFaht06O35jjwE1H-fU6VhpCEqh_nCTnDvVRxdeS63C1U6i1aw/w400-h299/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20interior%20.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">The interior illustrations are fairly standard Gorey illustration work for the time. They are boldly rendered and eye catching, but look like much of his other book illustration work.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">Reviewing
the magazine covers Edward Gorey created over the course of his career, <i>The Kenyon Review</i> cover artwork stands out as one of his most
successful. </span><span style="font-size: large;">The image is finely detailed, yet still grabs the viewer's attention from a distance (to view all the magazine covers, reference my post from October 7, 2022 - <a href="http://goreyana.blogspot.com/2022/10/magazine-covers.html">http://goreyana.blogspot.com/2022/10/magazine-covers.html</a>).</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-92lWLv7SlKlDwKsMSoRJVLASm4jczyJGf5jquFVdNeyl1GMyTE219CLeO9S8ekML2Y4QFZxLA1RcafOlCyGJmO30SnFGmEHSCiNLXuOLU9eeGddH5YqBeidHz85ww344lWp8upDYE2VVnHUyBO78WrnFvBKzIJXcVDoHOVzj6jBFEdFXCCn184R8ZA/s2065/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Cover%20Art.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2065" data-original-width="1493" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-92lWLv7SlKlDwKsMSoRJVLASm4jczyJGf5jquFVdNeyl1GMyTE219CLeO9S8ekML2Y4QFZxLA1RcafOlCyGJmO30SnFGmEHSCiNLXuOLU9eeGddH5YqBeidHz85ww344lWp8upDYE2VVnHUyBO78WrnFvBKzIJXcVDoHOVzj6jBFEdFXCCn184R8ZA/w289-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Cover%20Art.jpg" width="289" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">I
recently acquired the original artwork for this cover design. </span><span style="font-size: large;">The image shows a luxuriously bearded young man (a youthful Edward Gorey himself?) pausing on a stone terrace in his search for literary inspiration. Hovering over his left shoulder is an ethereal muse who, from the look of concentrated anticipation on the young man's face, is providing the longed for spark for his writing. Can the onlookers see the muse, or are they simply passing silent judgement at how woefully inadequate his clothes are for the obviously frigid temperatures? The scene is drawn in deep perspective, which gives the piece a theatrical atmosphere. <br /></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPt8MWhfON0ZCGFyswS9xlK_qrZSQvgUR5gFDEdX-yqpc9AcOHsIQvTDvPrhcvifixa0C5_F-6tlSvnGdQDVxiKmf8RJlgMDfYBS1q90rMkfby0qgIePAuzmMfdUeM7FSR1m04EBWj6z6-qHVYjckjR4dSP0JJJg64-1bFgh9EjJjwEoH1du32NfFROw/s663/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Detail.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="608" data-original-width="663" height="366" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPt8MWhfON0ZCGFyswS9xlK_qrZSQvgUR5gFDEdX-yqpc9AcOHsIQvTDvPrhcvifixa0C5_F-6tlSvnGdQDVxiKmf8RJlgMDfYBS1q90rMkfby0qgIePAuzmMfdUeM7FSR1m04EBWj6z6-qHVYjckjR4dSP0JJJg64-1bFgh9EjJjwEoH1du32NfFROw/w400-h366/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Detail.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">An artistic muse was clearly hovering about Edward Gorey himself when he sat down to create this piece. Using only black ink on white paper, this piece</span><span style="font-size: large;"> is a stellar example of Mr. Gorey's command of pen technique. The stone terrace and marble balustrade appear cold and solid against a forbidding sky that could produce rain or snow at any moment. The muse floats weightlessly while the figures in the background are stern and dark, adding no comfort to the scene. The thick black outline and encroaching branches give the sense that the viewer is observing the scene through a window.</span></p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4s7qAcsQ-EE4ClM9U5rT95SD70FqJiMC2U1Gk3XGKISQvW-GvjePJkpQqh8ZIq_SBF24x0NL0KZzpQr6VUzDbW3so2Y2pYHXBbljFSz3WLJhydg5h-GVaxfxd7X0fg3_hpMNF-HyrEXQK8N0AFqrZz6R8R9L7dvX0KKeAJtfniQZ1kcfi2n2bddNE4g/s880/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Postcard.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="632" data-original-width="880" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4s7qAcsQ-EE4ClM9U5rT95SD70FqJiMC2U1Gk3XGKISQvW-GvjePJkpQqh8ZIq_SBF24x0NL0KZzpQr6VUzDbW3so2Y2pYHXBbljFSz3WLJhydg5h-GVaxfxd7X0fg3_hpMNF-HyrEXQK8N0AFqrZz6R8R9L7dvX0KKeAJtfniQZ1kcfi2n2bddNE4g/w400-h288/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Postcard.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">Included with the original artwork were xeroxed copies of two pieces of correspondence relating to the piece.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> In early 1966 Edward Gorey was in conversation with editor Robie Macauley about the possibility of providing (unspecified) illustrations for the publication. On a postcard sent in March 1966, Mr. Gorey replies to Mr. Maculey about some "very odd" stories that were sent for consideration. He requests that back issues of the magazine be sent to him so he can get a feel for the publication and how they have used story illustrations in the past.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;">(note: the postcard chosen by Edward Gorey shows The Seventh Plague of Egypt by John Martin, 1800. The plague was a thunderstorm of hail and fire - <a href="https://collections.mfa.org/objects/33665">https://collections.mfa.org/objects/33665</a>)<br /></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV8IxYrLanG47tHuG3KF2MG_TI9z9G9v5F7eTql7QB8GL4SYINkNqfG9UpyldpYznG4edas-Xi-E9YIO-ZsmoIylDmHGY9CSsZqFnFjguVaszBkxNnU6eMtDNqhifLZsqFuH05k51QZ0UHUfNK3VaQ2632mF6v-n5_7zS2JfvMfaT4IicMVI0olYSSSA/s1153/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Reivew%20letter.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="810" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV8IxYrLanG47tHuG3KF2MG_TI9z9G9v5F7eTql7QB8GL4SYINkNqfG9UpyldpYznG4edas-Xi-E9YIO-ZsmoIylDmHGY9CSsZqFnFjguVaszBkxNnU6eMtDNqhifLZsqFuH05k51QZ0UHUfNK3VaQ2632mF6v-n5_7zS2JfvMfaT4IicMVI0olYSSSA/w281-h400/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Reivew%20letter.jpg" width="281" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">The second piece of correspondence is a letter dated 15 September 1966 from Edward Gorey to editor George Lanning. This letter accompanied the finished artwork. Typed on Mr. Gorey's distinctive typewriter, the missive gives an illuminating glimpse as to how the illustrator worked with editors and presented them publishing choices. This willingness to give options is no doubt a holdover from his days at Anchor Publishing. In the letter Mr. Gorey gives three options for how the cover image can be used. He states that he intended the image to be black and white, but is open to having some color added for the hair of the muse and/or the paper on which the young author is writing. He also provided extra hand-lettered pieces that could be pasted onto the image, just in case he didn't get the prices correct on the art (they were correct).<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw5WZ7PJxlJm-pA3uWRw_TTAdAKzhX-o1bKb66s7-6SJK0u5B-V5H0GCkNQYN_0Ipaki_ldnpd5GQMa9GfsO2wytzOMZJaSmP-Op-2iah0QCvUPdT7Gb-_a1LLzeS83n-K3SJzAd89pp22LTtuoiJZpjKUtE63C0Uas6QY9Hz2LTMiaos9oEKJ2lCf7w/s942/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Colors.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="730" data-original-width="942" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiw5WZ7PJxlJm-pA3uWRw_TTAdAKzhX-o1bKb66s7-6SJK0u5B-V5H0GCkNQYN_0Ipaki_ldnpd5GQMa9GfsO2wytzOMZJaSmP-Op-2iah0QCvUPdT7Gb-_a1LLzeS83n-K3SJzAd89pp22LTtuoiJZpjKUtE63C0Uas6QY9Hz2LTMiaos9oEKJ2lCf7w/w400-h310/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Review%20Colors.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><p><span style="font-size: large;">It is interesting to see how the focus of the drawing changes by dropping colors into the image as specified. On the whole, the first choice of a black and white image remains the most striking as the colors are more distracting than enhancing the image. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: large;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqUGNKWtkgU55exAjhvSruYLaIjSlqjQeEU0pPPeNbWcoefkoBFudE4HWzf0sdTaQdJA-lT0efjI_ORyhy4NPhnLjOiYR1xsr2259O3xjNdcFkEgqLOFdVx46E0I6vC6CRXbTUWi9BeM2r7FPqncxxBiS_xTQSe5n2-ZZoORb6cyMU66qzRMAAXO6fzA/s900/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Reivew%20letter%20payment.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="129" data-original-width="900" height="58" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqUGNKWtkgU55exAjhvSruYLaIjSlqjQeEU0pPPeNbWcoefkoBFudE4HWzf0sdTaQdJA-lT0efjI_ORyhy4NPhnLjOiYR1xsr2259O3xjNdcFkEgqLOFdVx46E0I6vC6CRXbTUWi9BeM2r7FPqncxxBiS_xTQSe5n2-ZZoORb6cyMU66qzRMAAXO6fzA/w400-h58/Edward%20Gorey%20Kenyon%20Reivew%20letter%20payment.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: large;">Edward Gorey's relationship with editors was often personal and informal. At the end of the letter, he states that a blank bill is enclosed because he lost track of the payment details for the project. This shows a level of professional trust that seemed to exist between the artist and his clients.<br /> </span><p></p>ampootozotehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04228522977140141200noreply@blogger.com1