The Giant, Cerne Abbas

Shell poster number 313, The Giant, Cerne Abbas. A painting of the Cerne Abbas Giant, a naked chalk figure etched into the landscape. . A strategically placed cloud shadow protects his modesty!

Key facts

  • Catalogue Number

    313

  • Title

    The Giant, Cerne Abbas

  • Date

    1931

  • Artist

    Frank Dobson

Frank Dobson (1886–1963) is best known as a sculptor and textile designer. Dobson began his career as a painter, turning to sculpture in his 30s after World War I. He became one of a group of artists responsible for the development of modern sculpture in England. Dobson was Professor of Sculpture at the RCA from 1946–1953; he was awarded a CBE in 1947 and elected RA in 1953.

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