Portrait of Miss 'E'
Summary
One of a series of figure studies Lewis created after the war between 1919 and 1922. Dissatified with his wartime drawings, Lewis changed his technique and developed a new linear style that reflected the influence of contemporary Continental styles. This drawing reflects the Art Deco style and the fashion for African and Oceanic art. This drawing reflects the contemporary vogue for African and Oceanic art.
Object Name
Portrait of Miss 'E'
Creators Name
Date Created
1920
Dimensions
paper: 38 x 56
accession number
1925.508
Collection Group
Place of creation
Europe
Medium
Black crayon
Credit
Gift of Mr Charles Lambert Rutherston, 1925
Legal
© the Artist’s Estate. All Rights Reserved 2021/ Bridgeman Images
