Artwork

Woman with Hat

Woman with Hat, by George Bellows, 1922
Woman with Hat, by George Bellows, 1922

Woman with Hat is a drawing by George Bellows. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

The painting shows a woman wearing a big hat.
She's dressed in old-fashioned clothes.
This painting is interesting because it was made for a book called The Wind Bloweth.

The woman's clothes are from the Victorian era.
George Bellows liked to draw people in old clothes.

You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: George Bellows (American, 1882–1925)

Overview

Woman with Hat is a drawing by George Bellows, created in 1922 as an illustration for the book The Wind Bloweth.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a large hat and attire characteristic of the Victorian era, reflecting Bellows's interest in historical costume.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Bellows's skill in capturing the details of period clothing, a theme present in many of his later works.

History & Provenance

Produced for The Wind Bloweth, this drawing is part of a body of work by Bellows that explores historical themes through illustration.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Bellows

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.

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