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          Wyndham Lewis Most Popular Paintings

          The 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis our visitors look at most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one.

          Edition 2026 · 6 artworks Each artwork painted to order
          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Wyndham Lewis · 1882 – 1957

          A Canadian Gun-pit (1918) by Wyndham Lewis

          1918 · National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa · original 304.8 x 363.2cm
          View the most popular artwork of Wyndham Lewis ranked #1: A Canadian Gun-pit
          Color Palette
          Dark
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 1 of 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis
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          CafÉ

          View the most popular artwork of Wyndham Lewis ranked #2: CafÉ
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 2 of 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis
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          Mrs. R.J. Sainsbury (1940)

          1940 · National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa · original 89.0 x 58.5cm
          View the most popular artwork of Wyndham Lewis ranked #3: Mrs. R.J. Sainsbury
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 3 of 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis
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          What the Sea is Like at Night, Wyndham Lewis

          View the most popular artwork of Wyndham Lewis ranked #4: What the Sea is Like at Night
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          Neutrals
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 4 of 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis
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          Three Figures

          View the most popular artwork of Wyndham Lewis ranked #5: Three Figures
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          Neutrals
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 5 of 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis
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          Wyndham Lewis: Two Figures Seated

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          Neutrals
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          The artist

          Wyndham Lewis

          1882 – 1957

          Portrait of Wyndham Lewis
          Quick facts
          • Works on APS6
          • Lifespan75 years
          • Typical colorsneutrals
          • Art periodModern
          • Top-ranked workA Canadian Gun-pit
          • Museums on APSNational Gallery of Canada
          • Top 3 worksA Canadian Gun-pit, CafÉ, Mrs. R.J. Sainsbury
          Biography

          Percy Wyndham Lewis: A Life in Art and Literature

          • Born: November 18, 1882, on a yacht near Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada
          • Died: March 7, 1957, London, England (aged 74)
          • Nationality: British (though born in Canada)

          Early Life and Artistic Development

          • Lewis’s early life was marked by parental separation; his mother returned to England with him around 1890.
          • He received formal art training at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London (1898–1901), though he left before completing his course.
          • Spent time in Paris studying art and was influenced by Henri Bergson's process philosophy, although later critiqued it.
          • Early work showed influences from Expressionism and Cubism, which he began to explore upon returning to London in 1908.
          • Associated with the Camden Town Group and briefly worked at Roger Fry’s Omega Workshops before founding the Rebel Art Centre.

          Vorticism and Blast

          • Founding of Vorticism: Lewis, along with Ezra Pound and others, developed Vorticism around 1914 – a movement that sought to combine Cubist structure with Futurist dynamism.
          • Blast Magazine: He co-edited the literary magazine *Blast*, which served as a platform for Vorticist ideas and showcased radical graphic design and poetry. The magazine’s manifesto challenged Victorian values.
          • Vorticist Aesthetic: Lewis articulated the Vorticist aesthetic, emphasizing geometric abstraction and the energy of modern machinery.
          • Short-Lived Movement: The First World War significantly disrupted the Vorticist movement, leading to its dissolution.

          World War I and Later Artistic Career

          • Served as a second lieutenant in the Royal Artillery during World War I, experiencing frontline combat.
          • Appointed an official war artist for both Canadian and British governments, producing works like *A Canadian Gun-pit* (1918) and *A Battery Shelled* (1919).
          • Post-war, explored various artistic directions, including Dadaism and Surrealism.
          • Developed a distinctive portrait style, often imbuing his subjects with a machine-like quality.
          • His later works showed mythological influences.

          Literary Works and Historical Significance

          • Prolific Writer: Lewis was also a significant writer, producing novels, essays, and autobiographical works.
          • Notable Novels: His novels include *Tarr* (1916–17), *The Childermass*, *Monstre Gai*, and *Malign Fiesta*.
          • Critical Essays: Wrote influential critiques of modernism, politics, and society in works like *Time and Western Man* and *The Art of Being Ruled*.
          • Controversial Figure: Lewis was a controversial figure known for his combative personality and sometimes provocative political views.
          • Modernist Legacy: Despite controversies, he remains a significant figure in British modernism, recognized for his innovative art and challenging literary works. His Vorticist movement, though brief, left a lasting impact on the development of abstract art in Britain.

          Questions & Answers

          Where are Wyndham Lewis's artworks mapped by subject?

          The Subject Atlas page maps Wyndham Lewis's artworks by subject.

          What are the birthplace and birth year of Wyndham Lewis?

          Wyndham Lewis was born in Amherst in 1882.

          How many artworks by Wyndham Lewis are available to browse?

          You can browse 6 artworks by Wyndham Lewis on the All Artworks page.

          By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 6, 2026
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