Definition

Proper noun: - Sir Jacob Epstein: A British sculptor, born in the United States, renowned for his portrait busts and large-scale, often controversial, sculptural works. He was active during the first half of the 20th century (1880-1959) and was knighted for his contributions to art.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The museum acquired a bronze bust by Sir Jacob Epstein.
  • Sir Jacob Epstein's public sculptures frequently sparked debate about modern art.
  • A major retrospective celebrated the work of Sir Jacob Epstein.

Advanced Usage

• The name Sir Jacob Epstein is often used metonymically to refer to his distinctive artistic style or his body of work.
  • The angular, expressive faces are very much in the manner of Sir Jacob Epstein.

Variants and Related Words

• Epsteinian (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style of Sir Jacob Epstein.
  • The artist's early work shows an Epsteinian influence.

Synonyms

• Sculptor, artist, modernist.

Related Phrases and Contexts

• An Epstein: A work of art created by Sir Jacob Epstein.
  • The gallery owns several important Epsteins.

Noun

1. British sculptor (born in the United States) noted for busts and large controversial works (1880-1959)