Philosopher and Courtesan

published 1906

Augustus John

Associated Names
Augustus John

Artist, Welsh, 1878 - 1961

The image shows two figures in partial body view. The figure on the left is standing with one arm raised and the other arm across the chest, while the figure on the right is seated with their back to the viewer and head slightly bowed. The standing figure has facial features, a full beard, long flowing hair, and is wearing a draped robe. The seated figure's facial features are not visible due to their position, but their styled hair is visible. Both figures are wearing long robes, with the standing figure's robe draped around their body and the seated figure's robe loosely falling over their shoulders. The seated figure is wearing a necklace. The background features a cave-like setting with textured lines resembling stalactites.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 7.4 × 6.3 cm (2 15/16 × 2 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5127

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dodgson 1920, no. 85, State ii/ii


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1920

  • Dodgson, Campbell. A Catalogue of Etchings by Augustus John 1901-1914. London: Charles Chenil and Co., 1920.

Wikidata ID

Q65019124

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