Monday, January 6, 2014

The Chinese Obelisks By Edward Gorey

 
I am a huge fan of Gorey's work and his gloomy sense of humor. In fact is was from him that I first learned of Neville who died on ENNUI. Just look at that cute, sad, little face in the corner of the rain soaked window.
 
 






 
I only found half of the alphabet so far so lets call this Part 1. In the future I will wander the streets in this heavy coat making similar observations. Look for me at your nearest soup kitchen.
 

6 comments:

j-swin said...

i really enjoy his work too, still can help but think of mystery! on pbs when i see his illustrations.

Mike said...

Goreys works are brilliant. I hope you find the rest!

Debra She Who Seeks said...

That is one hell of a coat. Looks like those old buffalo coats that the NWMP used to wear.

Kal said...

I thought the same. See how it goes with my hat. My crazy person outfit in nearly complete.

Debra She Who Seeks said...

Be sure to wear plastic bags tied over your boots though, to complete "the look."

Kal said...

AND to keep my boots dry. Lets not forget that it all has a purpose and that means it's NOT crazy.