Artwork

Jean 1923

Jean 1923, by George Bellows, ink, 1923
Jean 1923, by George Bellows, ink, 1923

Jean 1923 is an ink print by George Bellows. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:lower left in graphite: Bolton Brown imp.; lower center in graphite: Jean 1923; lower right in graphite: Geo Bellows

About this work

Overview

Jean 1923 is a lithograph created by George Bellows in 1923.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the artist's wife, Jean Bellows, portrayed as an older man in a suit with a lined face. The dark background emphasizes her subject's features.

Technique & Style

Bold, expressive lines characterize the lithograph, capturing the play of light on the subject's cheek and forehead. The artist employed traditional lithography techniques, using stone and grease crayon to achieve the desired effect.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Bellows

Artist

George Bellows

George Wesley Bellows (August 12 or August 19, 1882 – January 8, 1925) was an American realist painter, known for his bold depictions of urban life in New York City.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Jean 1923?

Jean 1923 was painted by George Bellows in 1923.

Where can I see Jean 1923?

Jean 1923 is held by National Gallery of Art.

Can I buy a print of Jean 1923?

Museum-quality prints of Jean 1923 are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.