Ezra Pound 1939

This 1939 portrait of Ezra Pound by Wyndham Lewis is a striking example of Vorticist art. The work depicts Pound in a relaxed pose, seated in a chair with his legs crossed. The painting’s stark angles and geometric shapes, characteristic of Vorticism, are a departure from traditional portraiture. Lewis captures the essence of Pound, a prominent poet and literary figure, with bold strokes and angular forms. The painting showcases Lewis's ability to convey personality through form and line, making it a significant work in the development of 20th-century portraiture.