Simon Brett

1943 2024

Painter (1943-2024)

Simon Baliol Brett was a British artist known for his work in wood engraving. He created more than 1,000 engravings for over sixty books, including works for The Folio Society, fine press books, bookplates and independent work. His personal subject matter included politics, philosophy, human form, war, ethics and religion. Brett’s work is held in the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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