Portrét Jacob Epstein

7 najznámejších obrazov od Jacob Epstein, výber z galérie

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Z všetkých originálov, ktoré Jacob Epstein zanechal, je najznámejší The Rock Drill (1914), ktorý sa nachádza v zbierkach Tate Britain v meste Londýn. Hneď za ním nasledujú Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia) (1931) a Ralph Vaughan Williams (1950). Náš katalóg obsahuje 7 diel od Jacob Epstein; galéria si zachovala tých 7, ktoré obdivuje celý svet, pričom každý z nich je prezentovaný spolu s jeho dátumom, múzeou a príbehom.

1880 – 1959, New York City Najviac diel: Ben Uri Gallery and Museum
The Rock Drill (1914) od Jacob Epstein1. The Rock Drill 1914 Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia) (1931) od Jacob Epstein2. Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia) 1931 Ralph Vaughan Williams (1950) od Jacob Epstein3. Ralph Vaughan Williams 1950

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The Rock Drill (1914) od Jacob Epstein

The Rock Drill

1914 · Bronze · Tate Britain, Londýn

Jacob Epstein's "The Rock Drill," completed in 1913-14 but dramatically reinterpreted later, isn’t merely a sculpture; it’s a visceral confrontation with the realities of industrialization and its impact on the human psyche. This imposing bronze figure, perched atop an actual rock drill – a tool of relentless extraction – immediately commands attention, forcing viewers to grapple with themes of power, alienation, and the dehumanizing forces at play in the burgeoning…

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Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia) (1931) od Jacob Epstein

Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia)

1931 · Ben Uri Gallery and Museum, Londýn

Lydia, a jazz singer and/or dancer, was working as a waitress at Epstein’s favourite Chinese restaurant in London’s Wardour Street when they met. Epstein made three busts of her between 1929 and 1934: the first, head-and-shoulders portrait in bronze with a green patina (1929-30), in which Lydia has bobbed hair; this second, bronze head-and-shoulders portrait (1931) with short hair; and a third bronze (head only) entitled

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Ralph Vaughan Williams (1950) od Jacob Epstein

Ralph Vaughan Williams

1950 · Royal College of Music Museum, London

Bust, head only. The most significant English composer of his generation, Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872–1958) studied at Cambridge and the Royal College of Music before travelling to the continent for further instructions from Max Bruch and Maurice Ravel. It was not until 1910, following a detailed study of folk music that he fully established a personal musical voice. After the First World War he joined the teaching staff of the…

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Múzeá, ktoré uchovávajú originály umelca Jacob Epstein

3 múzeá, v ktorých sa nachádza najviac obrazov z tejto stránky.

Múzeá Mesto Diela umelca Jacob Epstein Obrazy z tohto zoznamu
Ben Uri Gallery and Museum, LondýnBen Uri Gallery and Museum Londýn 5 Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia), Professor Samuel Alexander O.M., Shulamite Woman (Arab Girl)
Tate Britain, LondýnTate Britain Londýn 1 The Rock Drill
Royal College of Music Museum, LondonRoyal College of Music Museum London 1 Ralph Vaughan Williams

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Ktorým dielom je Jacob Epstein najznámejší/najznámejšia?Odhaľte odpoveď

The Rock Drill (1914), Tate Britain, Londýn. Nasledujú Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia) (1931) a Ralph Vaughan Williams (1950).

V akom veku bol/a Jacob Epstein, keď vzniklo dielo The Rock Drill?Odhaľte odpoveď

34 rokov: The Rock Drill vzniklo v roku 1914 a Jacob Epstein sa narodil/a v roku 1880.

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Náš katalóg obsahuje 7 diel od umelca Jacob Epstein z perioda od 1914 do 1953.

V ktorých múzeách visia majstrovské diela umelca Jacob Epstein?Odhaľte odpoveď

Väčšinou v Ben Uri Gallery and Museum (Londýn), Tate Britain (Londýn) a Royal College of Music Museum (London). Tabuľka múzeí vyššie ich všetky uvádza.

V ktorých rokoch vytvoril Jacob Epstein svoje najznámejšie diela?Odhaľte odpoveď

V období 1930s: 2 z 7 diel na tejto stránke bolo vytvorených vtedy, pričom Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia) z nich.

Aké sú prvé a posledné známe originály od Jacob Epstein?Odhaľte odpoveď

Na tejto stránke je najstaršie dielo z The Rock Drill (1914) a najnovšie z Sholem Asch (1953).

Aké diela umelca Jacob Epstein sa nachádzajú v múzeu Ben Uri Gallery and Museum?Odhaľte odpoveď

Lydia (aka Second Portrait of Lydia), Professor Samuel Alexander O.M. a Shulamite Woman (Arab Girl): múzeá Ben Uri Gallery and Museum, Londýn uchovávajú 5 z diel na tejto stránke.

Jacob Epstein: život a dielo

Jacob Epstein: A Pioneer of Modern Sculpture

Early Life and Education

  • Born: November 10, 1880, in New York City, to Jewish immigrant parents.
  • Experienced hardship early in life, including illness and financial struggles.
  • Attended the Art Students League of New York (1893-1898), developing foundational skills.
  • Moved to Paris in 1902 to further his artistic training at the École des Beaux-Arts and Académie Julian.

Artistic Development and Influences

  • Early Influences: Initially drawn to Rodin’s expressive modeling, but quickly sought a more individual style.
  • Rejected the prevailing academic traditions of idealized beauty in favor of raw realism.
  • Inspired by diverse sources including African and primitive art, as well as ancient Greek sculpture – seeking directness and power.
  • Developed a distinctive rough-hewn style characterized by vigorous modeling and textured surfaces.

Key Characteristics of His Work

  • Realism: Epstein’s sculptures are known for their unflinching portrayal of the human form, often emphasizing physicality and emotion.
  • Portraiture: He became renowned for his bronze portrait busts, capturing the essence of his subjects with expressive detail.
  • Controversy: His work frequently challenged societal norms and provoked strong reactions due to its unconventional subject matter and style.
  • Subject Matter: Epstein sculpted a wide range of figures, from friends and acquaintances to ordinary people encountered in everyday life.

Major Achievements and Notable Works

  • The Rock Drill (1913-1915): A powerful and fragmented sculpture representing the dehumanizing effects of industrial labor – a key work demonstrating his avant-garde approach.
  • Rima (1925): A memorial to W.H. Hudson, featuring a striking female figure that sparked considerable debate.
  • Portrait Busts: Created numerous acclaimed portrait busts of prominent figures like Professor Samuel Alexander and Sholem Asch.
  • Epping Forest Watercolors: Also produced a significant body of watercolor paintings depicting the landscapes of Epping Forest, where he lived for a time.

Historical Significance and Legacy

  • Considered a pivotal figure in the development of modern British sculpture.
  • Breaking Boundaries: Challenged artistic conventions and paved the way for subsequent generations of sculptors.
  • His willingness to confront difficult subjects and embrace unconventional forms influenced artists like Henry Moore.
  • Despite facing criticism, his work gained increasing recognition during his lifetime and continues to be celebrated today.
  • Henry Moore’s Tribute: After Epstein's death in 1959, Henry Moore eloquently acknowledged his central role in shaping modern sculpture in Britain.
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