Dame Laura Knight R.A, R.W.S (British, 1877-1970)


Spanish dancers signed 'LauraKnight' (lower right)pencil and black chalk21.6 x 15.8cm (8 1/2 x 6 1/4in).
|'One season Diaghilev brought Spanish gypsies to London. Their Cuadro Flamenco, with Picasso costumes and decor, was immensely successful. Immediately before their first appearance on the stage, a great number of glasses and bottles of Spanish wine were brought into Lopokova's dressing room where I was making studies.' - Laura Knight It has been suggested that this work depicts the dancers of Diaghilev's troupe, possibly even sketched in Lopokova's dressing room as mentioned above. ProvenanceThe Portscatho Art Society, Truro, ref. A/F3.Private collection, UK.