The Gillie Boy
Artist
Timothy Cole
(American, 1852-1931)
Artist
James Edward Kelly
CultureAmerican
DateAug. 1877
MediumWood engraving
DimensionsOverall: 4 5/16 x 3 1/2 in. (10.9 x 8.9 cm)
Overall, Mat: 19 1/4 x 14 1/4 in. (48.9 x 36.2 cm)
Overall, Mat: 19 1/4 x 14 1/4 in. (48.9 x 36.2 cm)
InscribedWritten on mount in pencil: "This engraving of "The Gillie Boy", from the drawing by James Edward Kelly marked a milestone in the engraver's career. It was published in Scribner's Magazine, Aug. 1877". Lower left of drawing: "Kelly". On back of mount paper: "The Gillie Boy" - This engraving was the first of its kind, at the time it appeared in 1877."; "No. I". Lower left corner stamped: "Alphaeus P. Cole -- 3 W. 67th St. New York City".
Credit LineGift of Mr. Alphaeus P. Cole
Object number58.31.38
Not on view
DescriptionWood engraving on dull heavy paper, from a drawing. A boy walking through a field looks at birds flying through the sky while carrying a stick over his shoulder laden with dead birds.Exhibition History"Timothy Cole, Lord Engraver", Norfolk Museum, October 5-26, 1958; Memorial Exhibition, Brooklyn Museum, October-November 1951. Published References#99 in Memorial Exhibition Catalog, Brooklyn Museum, Oct. 11-Nov. 10, 1931; #16 in Memorial Exhibition Catalog, Philadelphia Print Club, 11/9-28/31.
