Artwork
Baby's head

Baby's head is a drawing by Wyndham Lewis. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Baby's Head is a 1910 pencil drawing by Wyndham Lewis, featuring a simplified yet expressive portrayal of an infant's head.
Subject & Meaning
The baby's face is turned left with downward-cast eyes, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation. The artist's rendering captures a fleeting moment of stillness.
Technique & Style
Executed in a loose, sketchy manner, the drawing emphasizes bold lines and gentle shading. Visible lines and subtle texture characterize its expressive, spontaneous quality.
History & Provenance
The work was bequeathed to a collection per the wishes of Captain Lionel Guy Baker, ultimately entering the collection through his family.
Artist & collection
Artist
Percy Wyndham Lewis (18 November 1882 – 7 March 1957) was a Canadian-born British writer, painter and critic.















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