Two items made by the artist Jehudo Epstein (1870-1945). Epstein, born in Sluzk, was barred entrance to Russian art-schools and studied art in Vienna (Akademie der bildenden Künste Wien). During his lifetime, Epstein was considered a prominent Jewish artist of his times. His works were mostly dedicated to Jewish themes. In 1935, he immigrated to South Africa, where he passed away in 1945.
1. Mother and son. Pencil drawing on paper. Signed with initials and dated, 1935. 15.5X22 cm.
2. My Way from East to West, Reminiscences by Jehudo Epstein. (Hitherto unpublished) English translation of Jehudo Epstein's autobiography. The book was originally written in German and in 1929 was published in Stuttgart titled "Mein Weg von Ost nacht West, Errinerungen". Handwritten corrections and notes (in pencil).
[2] leaves (title page and introduction, detached), 222 typewritten leaves, 33.5 cm. Good condition. Tears to cover.