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eu Direct.co.uk “Taurus wood engraving, 1929 ~ 160 x 120mm
lan Biggs article on wood blocks & wood
engravingsin stamp production ~ featured in
the September 2023 issue ~fortutously led me
te discover the work ofthe great Eric Ravilous
(1903-1942) Arenowned English arts, Raviious
is widely regarded for his diverse talents, incuding
watercolours, ceramics, and of greatest interest to
‘me, wood engravings which stand out as captivating
expressions of the man's artist vision,
Born in 1903, ric Ravibous was jst stating his
art training in Eastbourne, Sussex, when the Society
of Wood Engravers was founded in 1920. recent
visio the Towner Gallery, Eastbourne opened my
eyes tothese wonderful wood engravings, and @
dedicated collection of such works ~ the largest of
its kin, n fact — includes examples of the earest
Pictures of Sussex, such as depictions ofthe Sussex
coast and South Downs for example. Having the
opportunity to see these up close gave me a
unique insight into the sil of using the waod black
medium, nt to mention a thorough knowledge and
understanding of the process involved in transfering
‘these images to paper.
Boxwood & scorpers
‘The majority ofthese ~ reversed ~ designs were
engravedinto the miror-smooth surface ofan end-grain
boxnood block usinga selection of'scorpers'~ a sort of
miniature gouge — which were fashioned from add pieces
of metal. ln mentionedin his atc, boxwoodis the
preferred species and first choice among Wood engravers
‘wingta its hardness and ability to take the finest ines.
Reavilous foray into wood engraving began
1820s, wherehe quickly gained recognition for his
‘meticulous craftsmanship and distinctive style. As
confirmed by the selection of wood engravings shown
above, Ravilous’ work often depicted scenes of rural
Ie, landscapes and maritime themes reflecting a deep
connection ta the English countryside and coastline.
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at wood engraving,
printed in 2002
from the eine
1932 block
"The Cuckoo' wood engraving ~ 140 x 160mm
In ths particular alm, what set him apart wasn't
only obvious technical kil but also the ability to infuse
each pece with a sense of narrative and emotion.
Ravilous’ wood engravings alsa canvey adeep
appreciation forthe interplay of ght and shadow,
Hismeticulous use of eess-hatching and fine lines
demonstrate keen understanding of how to manipulate
1e medium to create both texture and dept. This
chnique helps to adda unique dynamism to his work,
bringing the scenes to life witha sense of mavernent
and energy.
Tegan Foley
Group Ester
Aremarkable talent
The artist's fascination wit the natural word found
expression in his wood engravings of landscapes,
where Raullousskifully rendered the play of ight on
water, the rustle of trees, and the vastness of open
skies, Through these engravings, viewers are invited
tashare in is admiation forthe beauty and tranquility
ofthe English countryside.
Traglaly, Eric Ravilous’Mfe was cut short during Werld
\War I but this legacy endures through a remarkable body
‘of work which includes the evacative wood engravings
that continue to captivate art enthusiasts and collectors
alike. His contribution tothe medium has lft an indelible
‘mark, which showcases the enduring power af wood
engraving as alegitimate form of artistic expression
James Russel's 80-page book, Roilous: ood
Engrovings is an excellent resource fr those interested
in finding aut more about ths wonderful artist. and
includes a wide selection of beautiful ilustrations —
Visit uuu. townereastbourne.org.uk to obtain your
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Adhectic Ltd (Berkshire)
Tel: 012355
Web: www adhectic.co.uk
‘A Harrison (Northants)
Tel: 01536 725 192
Web: wwrwaharrisonwoadturing.co.uk
Bennetts Timber (Lincolnshire)
Tel: 01472 350 151
Web: www bennettstimber.co.uk
Black isle Woodturning (Scotland)
Tek:07862 189.743,
Web: wwrn.blackislewoodturingcom
Brodies Timber (Perthshire)
Tel: 01350 727 723,
Web: www.bradiestimber.co.uk
Brooks Brothers Timber (Essex)
Tel.01621877 400
Web: wwww.braokstimberco.uk
CBG Barrett Ltd, ci
(South Wales)
Tel: 01281 672 805
Web: vwwww.cifiegansawmill com
Clive Walker Timber Ltd West Yorkshire)
Tel: 01132 704 928
Web: wwvw.clivewalkertimber.co.uk
iegan Sawmill
D Emmerson Timber (Lincolnshire)
Tel: 01507 524 728
Web: wwvw.emmersontimber.co.uk
Earlswood Interiors (West Midlands)
Tel: 01564 703 708
Web: wwww.earlswoodinteriors.co.uk
English Woodlands Timber (West Sussex)
Tel'01730 816941
‘Web: wovw.englishwoodlandstimber.co.uk
Exotic Hardwoods (Kent)
Tel: 01732 355 626
Web: wwww.exctichardwoods.co.uk
EO Burton, Thorndon Sawmills (Essex)
Tel: 01277 260810
Web: www.ecburton.com
Eynsham Park Sawmil Oxfordshire)
Tel: 01993 881 391
Web: wwww.eynshamparksawmillco.uk
FH Ives (Essex)
Tel: 01268 732 373
Web: vw. fhives.com
Fulham Timber (London)
Tel: 0208 685 5340
Web: www fulhamtimber.co.uk
G&S Specialist Timber (Cumbria)
Tel: 01768891 445
Web: wwww.toolsandtimber.co.uk
Ironmongery
Good Timber (Northamptonshire
Tel: 01327 344 550
Web: wivw.goodtimber.com
‘The Hardwood off cut shop (Essex)
The Wood Yard, Canterbury Tye Farm,
Doddinghurst road, Brentwood, Essex,
cM15 050
Tel: 01277 205990
Web: www hardwoodoffeuts.co.uk
sales@hardwoodoffcuts.co.uk
Horndon Timber Products
Unit 8-9 Orsett Industrial Park
Stanford Road, Orsett, Grays
Essex. RM16 3BX
Tel: 01375679999
Web: sales(@horndontimber.co.uk
Interesting Timbers (Somerset)
Tel: 01761 241 333,
Web: www interestingtimbers.co.uk
ISCA Woodcrafts (South Wales)
Tel: 01633 810 148/07856 349 045
Web: ww wsiscawoodcrafts.co.uk
Joyce Timber (London)
Tel 0208 883 1610
Webs wwvwjoycetimberco.uk
Lincolnshire Woodcraft (Lincolnshire)
Tel: 01780 757 825
Web: www lincolnshirewoodcraft;co.uk
Nottage Timber (South Wales)
Tel: 01656 745 959
‘Web: wiww.nattagetimberco.uk
Ockenden Timber (Powys)
Tel: 01588 620 884
Web: www.ockenden-timber.co.uk
Olivers Woodturning (Kent)
Tel:01622 370 280
Web: www oliverswoodturing.co.uk
Oxford Wood Recycling (Oxfordshire)
Tel: 01235 861 228
Web: www.owr.orguk
Stiles & Bates (Kent)
Tel:01304 366 360
Web: www stilesandbates.co.uk
Scadding Timber (Avon)
Tel:01179 556 032
Web: www.scadding-son-Itd.co.uk
Scawton Sawmill (North Yorkshire)
Tel: 01845 597 733
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S.L. Hardwoods (Croydon)
Tel.020 3051 4754
Web: ww sihardwoodsco.uk
St. Andrews Timber (Scotland)
Tel: 01316 611 333
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Surrey Timbers Ltd (Guildford)
Tel:01483 457 826
Web: wwww.surreytimbers.co.uk
‘Sykes Timber (Warwickshire)
Te.01827 716951
Web: wwwsykestimber.co.uk
The Timber Mill (Cornwall
Tel: 07966 396 419
Web: wwwithetimbermillcom
‘The Wood Recycling Store (East Sussex)
Tel:01273 570 500
Web: wwww.woodrecycling org.uk
Thorogood Timber Ltd (Essex)
Tel:01206 233 100
Web: wwvwthorogood.co.uk
Timberman (Carmarthenshire)
Tel: 01267 232621
Web: www timberman.co.uk
‘Tree Station (Lancashire)
Tel: 01612 313 333
Web: wwwtreestation.co.uk
UK Timber Ltd (Northamptonshire)
Tek:01536 267 107
Web: wwww.uk-timberco.uk
Waterloo Timber Ltd (Lancashire)
Tel: 01200 423 263
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Wenban Smith (Wiest Sussex)
Tel: 01903 230 311
Web: wwwiwenbans.com
Wentwood Timber Centre (South Wales)
Tel: 01633 400 720
Web: wwwaventwoodtimbercentre.co.uk
WL West & Sons Ltd (Surrey)
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Yandle & Sons Ltd (Somerset)
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chest wins Bespoke Wood Award
Inspired bythe ancient hollowed-out tre trunks that were used to cary the possessions ofthose
‘on the move, this winning chest of drawers accommodates the personal ites of ess nomadic
lifestyle. Beautifully executed, the piece has been made froma single English cak tree lovingly
nurtured by generations of foresters since planting in 1740, upto its fling in 1980.
With precise detaling the gain runs continuously around the form, matching at each junction
and allowing the drawers and carcass to maven harmeny with changes in humid. Linedin scented
cedar of Lebanon, the scorched aak drawers have central runners ta minimise fetion during use.
Having started his workshop in 1961, lohn Makepeace OBE has more than 65 years' experience
as a creator in wood Evolving from modest local cammission, he's gone n to become one ofthe
UK's most renowned Furniture designer-makers
This callector’s pice is represented by Sarah Myerscough Galery in London. Corinne Jul,
lead future and product design judge, sald: "Thsinteligently designed object shows apassion =
for material and a deep knowledge of how to use it Sculptural flowing and beautfully functional,
ithasa timeless appeal able to complement both ahistorical and contemporary content”
The Wood Awards furniture and product panels ed by design citi curator andjouralis,
editor of Disegno magazine; sculptor in wood,
Eleanor Lakeln; Sebastian Cox RDI: and Yael Mr, founder of
|| Raw Epes London-based design and research practice.
Other winning entries included The Exchange Tale and
Chairs from Mentsen, together with The Exchange Erith,
both of which were awarded inthe Production Category
Similarly, Rocalle Morphoss by loanne Grogan of City
£& Gulls of London Art School, won the student prize.
During the 2023 Wood Awards, this year's best new timber bulding and Gold Winner ~ New Temple Complex,
esigned by James Gorst Architects ~ was also announced,
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Corinne Julius. The panel includes Olver Stratfor
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