Three Veiled Figures 1933

"Three Veiled Figures" (1933) by Wyndham Lewis is a prime example of Vorticism, a British art movement that emerged in the early 20th century. Lewis, a prominent figure in the movement, used sharp lines, geometric shapes, and fragmented forms to depict the dynamism and energy of modern life. In this painting, three figures are presented in a stylized, almost abstract manner, their bodies appearing as angular shapes and their faces concealed by veils. The overall composition is characterized by a sense of movement and tension, emphasizing the fragmentation and alienation of modern society.