Design for bas relief of the Calf in the Cave of the Golden Calf

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"Design for bas relief of the Calf in the Cave of the Golden Calf" is a work by the English sculptor, typeface designer, and printmaker Eric Gill (1882–1940). Known for his modernist and often controversial works, Gill was a prominent figure in the arts and crafts movement of the early 20th century. This particular piece was conceived as a decorative element for the Cave of the Golden Calf, a nightclub and cabaret located in London's Heddon Street, which opened in 1912 and was considered Britain's first avant-garde nightclub.

The Cave of the Golden Calf was designed to be a bohemian space, attracting artists, writers, and intellectuals of the time. The club's name itself was a reference to the biblical story of the Golden Calf, an idol representing rebellion and hedonism. Gill's design for the bas relief would have been in keeping with the club's theme, likely depicting the idolatrous calf as described in the Book of Exodus. His work was intended to complement the interior's decadent and artistic atmosphere, which was curated by several leading artists of the period, including Jacob Epstein and Charles Ginner.

As a bas relief, the design would have been a shallow three-dimensional carving emerging slightly from the background, a form that Gill was adept in executing. His work often explored religious and erotic themes, and the commission for the Cave of the Golden Calf would have provided an opportunity to delve into the intersection of the sacred and the profane. Unfortunately, due to the limited lifespan of the nightclub, which closed in 1914, and the scarcity of records, the specifics of Gill's design, including its execution and current whereabouts, are not well-documented.

Eric Gill's contributions to art and typography were significant, with his typefaces, such as Gill Sans, remaining popular to this day. However, his legacy is complex, as revelations about his personal life have cast a shadow over his artistic achievements. The "Design for bas relief of the Calf in the Cave of the Golden Calf" remains a lesser-known aspect of his oeuvre, primarily of interest to scholars of early 20th-century British art and those studying the cultural history of London's nightlife.

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