Legacy of Archibald Knox celebrated on Isle of Man stamp set
The artist designed for Liberty of London and established himself at the forefront of the English art nouveau movement at the turn of the 20th Century.
The set features imagery from the Manx National Heritage Collection, the Peartree Collection, as well as private collections.Some of those items will feature in the exhibition Knox: Order & Beauty, which is the set to be the largest ever display of his works.The display explores Knox's artistic journey, his connection to the Isle of Man, and his pioneering role in modern design, and will showcase more than 200 pieces from collections across the British Isles.Curator Katie King said the stamp collection "brings together some of Knox's most iconic works and reminds us of the enduring beauty and relevance of his designs".Managing Director of the Archibald Knox Forum Chris Hobdell, which is putting the exhibition together in conjunction with Manx National Heritage, said the set of stamps offered a "glimpse into the depth and diversity of his work". He said the collection would allow people to "learn more about this remarkable designer" ahead of April's opening of the year-long display.
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