Will Hicock Low

Will Hicock Low was professionally active during a focused period between 1880 and 1885, a timeframe established by the works documented in major institutional collections. The known output from this era consists primarily of drawn and illustrative pieces related to publication design and literary themes.

Fifteen works by the artist are represented in museum collections, including two Will Hicock Low paintings and thirteen drawings. The entirety of this documented group is held by the Art Institute of Chicago, establishing a verifiable record of their creative focus during the early 1880s.

The artist’s work often focused on decorative composition and textual layout. Notable examples include the drawing Decoration - Love's Mesh, the complex literary illustration What Wreath for Lamia? What for Lycius? What for the Sage, and the book design components Head-Piece to List of Drawings and Tail-Peice - The History of the Book.

The preservation of these museum-quality drawings and paintings ensures their continued availability for research and public access. As works from this period often enter the public domain, high-quality prints and downloadable artwork derived from these original documents allow for broader appreciation.