Cecil Keeling

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Cecil Keeling (1912-1976) ws an English designer and illustrator. [1] He produced a varied range of work, including scraperboard, lithography and linocuts as well as a number of wood engravings. [1]

Keeling was born in Teddington, Middlesex. [2] He first attended Putney School of Art (1930–34). Then, whilst working for a printing company, he spent a year at Chelsea School of Art. [2]

In 1947 his book Pictures of Persia was published by Robert Hale Ltd. Printed by Cowell's of Ipswich, the book contained memoirs from his wartime service there alongside 30 colour plates. [3]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Cecil Keeling, 1912-1976". London Transport Museum. London Transport Museum. Retrieved 4 January 2021.
  2. 1 2 "Artist Details: Cecil Keeling". www.vincentgbarlow.co.uk. Vincent G Barlow. Retrieved 4 January 2021.
  3. Mullen, Chris. "Pictures of Persia, Hale, London 1946". fulltable.com. Chris Mullen. Retrieved 4 January 2021.