Artwork
The Holocaust
The Holocaust is a photographic photography by Leonardo Bistolfi. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Holocaust is a photograph of a sculpture by Leonardo Bistolfi, currently held in the Archive of Art and Design. It was bequeathed by William Kineton Parkes in 1938 as part of a larger collection.
Subject & Meaning
The sculpture depicts a central female figure with outstretched arms and tilted head, flanked by two smaller dynamic figures. The dramatic pose conveys energy and movement.
Technique & Style
The sculpture appears to be made of clay or plaster, with a rough, unfinished texture. The white material and expressive poses suggest a figurative style.
History & Provenance
William Kineton Parkes, a novelist and art historian, solicited sculptors' submissions, including this photograph, in the 1920s. The image was part of his bequeathed collection in 1938.
Artist & collection
Artist
Leonardo Bistolfi captured quiet, symbolic moments in black-and-white photographs.
