Bbc Speakerthon, Broadcasting House, London 

Eric Gill carved "Bbc Speakerthon, Broadcasting House, London" directly into the building’s façade during a time when public art was seen as a way to uplift and educate the masses. In this relief, we see three figures in what appears to be a moment of joyous, rhythmic movement. One plays a flute, while the others dance. But let's consider the nuances of Gill's personal life and beliefs, and the broader cultural context of early 20th-century England. Gill's complex relationship with sexuality and religion complicates an easy interpretation of pastoral harmony. The figures’ androgynous features challenge conventional gender norms, yet, their idealized forms also reflect a certain classical tradition that often excludes diverse bodies. “Each stone tells its tale,” Gill once said, and this stone tells a story of contradictions. Ultimately, the artwork invites us to reflect on the tensions between public art and private life, and the ongoing struggle to represent diverse identities within established cultural narratives.