Edward Gorey Jewelry

A truly unique figure in American art and illustration, Edward Gorey was born in Chicago in 1925 and died at the turn of the millennium. Defying stylistic description, he has been called an eccentric genius and an Edwardian enigma.

He acknowledged his debt to the traditions of 19th century draughtsmen and novelists, as well as the surrealist movement in 20th century art and literature. His painstakingly executed, almost etched style is at once recognizable both for its graphic qualities and extraordinary imagery.

While Gorey contributed drawings to many books and magazines, he both wrote and illustrated many books of his own.  His illustrations are easily recognized due of their unique style.  Gorey lived in Yarmouth on Cape Cod until his death in 2000.