Who was Grinling Gibbons?
Q: Who was Grinling Gibbons?
A: Grinling Gibbons was an Anglo-Dutch sculptor and wood carver.
Q: What was Grinling Gibbons famous for?
A: Grinling Gibbons was famous for his work in England, including St Paul's Cathedral, Blenheim Palace and Hampton Court Palace.
Q: Where was Grinling Gibbons born and educated?
A: Grinling Gibbons was born and educated in Holland.
Q: What kind of wood did Grinling Gibbons mostly use in his work?
A: Grinling Gibbons mostly used lime (tilia) wood in his work.
Q: What kind of decorative Baroque garlands did Grinling Gibbons make?
A: Grinling Gibbons made decorative Baroque garlands made up of still-life elements at about life size.
Q: Did Grinling Gibbons only work with wood?
A: No, Grinling Gibbons also worked in stone, mostly for churches.
Q: Did Grinling Gibbons work alone?
A: No, by the time he was established, Grinling Gibbons led quite a large workshop.
