Composition by David Bomberg (1919)

Composition, in brief

Title: Composition
Artist: David Bomberg (1890–1957)
Artist born in: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Date: 1919
Dimensions: 88 × 38 cm
Where to see it: Harris Museum - Art Gallery, Preston, United Kingdom
Movement: Other
Subject: portrait, woman, blue tones, depth, human figure, composition

Which museum holds Composition?

Harris Museum - Art Gallery

Preston, United Kingdom

A Neo-Classical Jewel in the Heart of Lancashire Nestled within the vibrant pulse of Preston, the Harris Museum and Art Gallery stands as a breathtaking testament to Victorian ambition and the enduring pursuit of cultural enlightenment. To approach this Grade I listed masterpiece is to step back into an era of profound optimism, where architecture was used to mirror the soaring aspirations of the human spirit. Designed by the visionary local architect James Hibbert, the building’s exterior presents a striking Neo-CLassical elegance, purposefully eschewing the then-prevalent Gothic Revival style in favor of symmetry, refinement, and a timeless sense of order.

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Where is "Composition" by David Bomberg on display today?

The original "Composition" by David Bomberg is held at the Harris Museum - Art Gallery, Preston, United Kingdom. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.

What is the creation date of "Composition" by David Bomberg?

"Composition" dates from 1919. The date places the work within David Bomberg's career and its era.

How big is the original "Composition"?

The original "Composition" by David Bomberg measures 88 x 38 cm.

What does "Composition" by David Bomberg depict?

The themes present in "Composition" by David Bomberg include portrait, woman, blue tones, depth, human figure, composition, early 20th, british art. Together they summarize the artwork's subject matter.

Is "Composition" free of copyright?

The copyright answer for "Composition" by David Bomberg: the work is still protected by copyright. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

Who created "Composition"?

The artist behind "Composition" is David Bomberg. The work is catalogued under David Bomberg's name.

Which artistic current is "Composition" by David Bomberg part of?

The movement associated with "Composition" by David Bomberg is Other. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Where does "Composition" fall in David Bomberg's career?

"Composition" belongs to the Early Modern of David Bomberg's career. This classification relates the work to the artist's development.

How old was David Bomberg when creating "Composition" in 1919?

David Bomberg made "Composition" at the age of 29. The artist was born in 1890 and the work is dated 1919.

About the artist, David Bomberg

1890–1957, United Kingdom

David Bomberg

Early Life and Artistic Training Born: Birmingham, United Kingdom (December 5, 1890) Died: London, United Kingdom (August 19, 1957) One of the 'Whitechapel Boys' – a group of East End artists who emerged in the early 20th century. Born to Polish-Jewish immigrant parents, Abraham and Rebecca Bomberg, initially studied at the City and Guilds Technical Art School before training as a lithographer in Birmingham. Studied under Walter Sickert at Westminster School of Art (1908-1910), influenced by Sickert's focus on form and urban life. Significant exposure to Paul Cézanne through the 1910 Roger Fry exhibition "Manet and the Post-Impressionists." Attended the Slade School of Art (1911), winning the Tonks Prize for his drawing of fellow student Isaac Rosenberg.

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