Who painted The Kindliness Came Not from Her?

The Kindliness Came Not from Her was painted by George Bellows in 1922.

Where can I see The Kindliness Came Not from Her?

The Kindliness Came Not from Her is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

The Kindliness Came Not from Her

George Bellows , 1922

The Kindliness Came Not from Her is a crayon drawing by George Bellows. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Kindliness Came Not from Her is a 1922 drawing by George Bellows, executed in black conté crayon.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a tense scene between a woman in a long dress and three formally dressed men in a domestic setting, possibly a living room or parlor. The formal attire and setting suggest a significant social occasion or confrontation.

Technique & Style

Rendered in black conté crayon, the work showcases Bellows' skill in capturing nuanced expressions and interactions through subtle shading and linework.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Bellows

George Wesley Bellows (August 12 or August 19, 1882 – January 8, 1925) was an American realist painter, known for his bold depictions of urban life in New York City.