Dinton Castle near Aylesbury

Shell poster number 450, Dinton Castle near Aylesbury by Edward McKnight Kauffer. Painting of an easel with a painting on it depicting Dinton Castle. A red sheet is draped over the easel and an artist's palette rests against the corner of the painting.

Key facts

  • Catalogue Number

    450

  • Title

    Dinton Castle near Aylesbury

  • Date

    1936

  • Artist

    Edward McKnight Kauffer

Edward McKnight Kauffer (1890–1954) is now considered one of the most influential graphic designers of the 20th century. Originally a painter from America, he moved to Britain in 1914. He was influenced by Cubism and Vorticism, and produced posters for many organisations including London Transport and Great Western Railway. He was Shell’s principal poster designer, and produced over 180 artworks for Shell during 1920s and 1930s.

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