Head of a Man, 1938, Oil on canvas by L.S. Lowry
Head of a Man has been described as 'like a reflection one might catch of oneself after a sleepless night, all healthy vigour drained, leaving only strain, tension, physical discomfort and utter despair.'
In Lowry's own words 'I was simply letting off steam. I started a big self-portrait...I thought, 'What's the use of it? I don't want it and no one else will.' I turned it into a grotesque head. I'm glad I did it. I like it better than a self-portrait.'
The Lowry Collection, Salford, Manchester
Adopt a Lowry: adopted by Richard Green Gallery, London shop.thelowry.com/collections/adopt-a-lowry
Head of a Man, 1938, Oil on canvas by L.S. Lowry
Head of a Man has been described as 'like a reflection one might catch of oneself after a sleepless night, all healthy vigour drained, leaving only strain, tension, physical discomfort and utter despair.'
In Lowry's own words 'I was simply letting off steam. I started a big self-portrait...I thought, 'What's the use of it? I don't want it and no one else will.' I turned it into a grotesque head. I'm glad I did it. I like it better than a self-portrait.'
The Lowry Collection, Salford, Manchester
Adopt a Lowry: adopted by Richard Green Gallery, London shop.thelowry.com/collections/adopt-a-lowry