John Gibson’s Friendship with Charles Eastlake and its Importance in Securing Gibson’s Reputation in London
Resource type
Journal article
Creator (person)
Avery-Quash, Susanna
Date published
2018
Abstract
This article traces the fifty-year friendship between John Gibson and the artist and writer Charles Eastlake. It focuses on their views on sculptural theory and practice, how Eastlake helped to secure Gibson’s reputation in London, and the impact their friendship had on the development of several British art institutions.
Journal title
Tate Papers
Issue
29
Publisher
Tate
Place of publication
UK
ISSN
1753-9854
Rights statement
In Copyright
Collection