Artwork
Early Morning
Early Morning is a drawing by Wyndham Lewis. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Early Morning is a drawing created by Wyndham Lewis in 1915, using ink and watercolour on an unspecified surface.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two figures beside a tree, with one figure bent over and holding a rounded object, while the other is captured in mid-leap with outstretched arms. The background is a complex mix of lines and shapes, potentially representing buildings, planes, or abstract forms.
Technique & Style
The work is executed in a loose, sketchy style, with layered pencil strokes creating a textured and translucent effect. The use of quick lines and shapes contributes to the impression of a rapid study rather than a finished piece.
History & Provenance
The drawing was gifted to a collection by the family of Captain Lionel Guy Baker, in accordance with his wishes. The exact collection is not specified.
Artist & collection
Artist
Percy Wyndham Lewis (18 November 1882 – 7 March 1957) was a Canadian-born British writer, painter and critic.
