Laura Knight

Knight, Dame Laura
Knight, Laura Johnson

British, 1877 - 1970

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In this image, a woman is shown seated atop a horse, facing left. She has short, wavy hair and wears a ruffled costume with a fitted bodice, tiered skirt, and ballet shoes. Beside the horse is a figure dressed as a clown, reaching out towards the horse's mouth. The background features a tent canopy and the ground is covered in straw.
Laura Knight, Print Collectors' Club, Bareback Rider, 1935, etching in black on laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1550

Bareback Rider

Laura Knight, Print Collectors' Club · 1935 · etching in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1550

This is a drawing of four figures dressed in clown or carnival attire. The drawing features four individuals seated in a row, each adorned with exaggerated costumes and facial expressions akin to clowns. The most prominent figure on the left is dressed in a suit with a large bow tie, and has distinctively painted facial features. To the right, another figure wears a broad-brimmed clown hat and bears a long fake nose. The other figures in the background add depth to the composition with their varied expressions and attire. The overall ambiance is one of performance and whimsy, expertly captured in linework and shading.
Laura Knight, Some Clowns, 1930, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5204

Some Clowns

Laura Knight · 1930 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5204

The image shows a portrait of a woman with distinct facial features and dark, wavy hair. She is unclothed from the chest up, with her hands clasped together at her chest. The background is plain and neutral, drawing focus to the woman.
Laura Knight, Lilian, 1930, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5198

Lilian

Laura Knight · 1930 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5198

This is a drawing of two zebras. The zebras are shown resting closely together, with their bodies intertwined. The black and white stripes of the zebras are detailed, emphasizing the pattern and texture of their coats. The drawing captures the elegance and grace of the animals through lines and shading techniques that create depth. Cross-hatching and parallel lines add texture to the scene.
Laura Knight, David Strang, Zebras, 1929/1930, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5202

Zebras

Laura Knight, David Strang · 1929/1930 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5202

The image depicts an individual's upper body, with a focus on the head, shoulders, and upper chest. The person is slightly turned to the side, looking towards the right. Their facial features include an oval face, dark eyes, a straight nose, and full lips. The hair is styled back and the individual is wearing a sleeveless top, with one hand raised towards the chest. The background is a deep shadow, emphasizing the figure. No jewelry or other objects are visible in the image.
Laura Knight, David Strang, A Southern Blonde, 1928, mezzotint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5199

A Southern Blonde

Laura Knight, David Strang · 1928 · mezzotint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5199

The image shows a portrait of an individual with short dark hair, staring directly at the viewer. The person has a neutral expression and wears a dark, textured garment with no visible accessories. The background is plain.
Laura Knight, A Cornish Maid, 1928, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5195

A Cornish Maid

Laura Knight · 1928 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5195

The image shows a woman sitting on a flat surface near water. She is crouched forward with one arm reaching towards her foot. She has gentle facial features with dark hair pulled back. She is wearing a sleeveless garment. The background depicts textured water with subtle lines suggesting movement.
Laura Knight, David Strang, Girl Bathing, 1928, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5197

Girl Bathing

Laura Knight, David Strang · 1928 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5197

The image shows a person sitting at a table, leaning forward with their head resting on their right hand. They have eyes closed and a short, straight hairstyle with a slight wave at the ends. The person is wearing a dark, short-sleeved top with a loose collar. On the table next to them is a cup and saucer. The background is neutral.
Laura Knight, David Strang, Susie, 1928, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5201

Susie

Laura Knight, David Strang · 1928 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5201

The image shows a close-up view of a young person's head and shoulders. The person is facing forward with a calm expression. They have detailed facial features with large eyes and full lips. Their dark hair is styled in cornrows and falls past the ears. They are wearing dark outer clothing with a lighter collar and a beaded necklace. The background is a simple surface.
Laura Knight, Juanita, 1928, drypoint in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5206

Juanita

Laura Knight · 1928 · drypoint in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5206

The image shows a person standing and bending slightly forward, with their head bowed down. The person has short, dark hair and is holding a piece of fabric near their legs. They are nude. There is a cloth-draped armchair to the right, with a textured surface visible behind it. The floor has a patterned rug, and there is a bottle on the ground. The artwork appears to be an etching, with detailed line work capturing texture and fabric nuances. The background is dark with abstract lines.
Laura Knight, David Strang, Putting on Tights, 1926, etching in black, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5200

Putting on Tights

Laura Knight, David Strang · 1926 · etching in black ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5200