Idol (artwork)

Date:
1944
Reference:
PP/RSI/B/2/3/2
Part of:
Rita Simon Collection
  • Archives and manuscripts

About this work

Description

A drawing in Rita Simon's Archaic Massive style, depicting a large seated figure. It was produced by "Martha" during art therapy sessions at Rita Simon's home.

Reproduced in The Symbolism of Style fig 6.9, page 100.

The title has been taken from the caption used in Rita Simon's publication.

The date has been taken from wording written on the verso.

Publication/Creation

1944

Physical description

1 artwork Charcoal on paper. 64 x x 46 cm

Biographical note

The patient was a young female student given the pseudonym "Martha" by Rita Simon. She sought psychiatric help for anxiety. This information is provided in Rita Simon: The Symbolism of Style pp99-103.

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