Edward Gorey’s extraordinary imagination continues to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide. Renowned for his intricate pen-and-ink drawings, clever storytelling, and a distinctive blend of gothic elegance and playful whimsy, he left an indelible mark on the worlds of art, literature, and design. His work transports us into a universe that is seemingly familiar, yet slightly askew—where mysterious partygoers don lavish fur coats and Victorian frocks, delightfully mischievous creatures become house guests, cats and ballerinas abound, and tragedy regularly strikes in humorously unexpected ways.

Beyond Gorey’s artistic legacy, his philanthropy and commitment to advancing the welfare of all living creatures, big and small, continues to live on through the work of the Edward Gorey Charitable Trust.