AS
Austin Osman Spare
(1886–1956)
Painter
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
51 quotes in 156 categories
Austin Osman Spare was a painter from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, best known for Behind the Veil.
Quick Facts About Austin Osman Spare
- Born
- December 30, 1886
- Died
- May 15, 1956
- Nationality
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Profession
- Painter
- Notable works
- Behind the Veil
About Austin Osman Spare
Austin Osman Spare was an English artist and occultist who worked as a draughtsman, writer and painter. Influenced by symbolism and Art Nouveau, his art was known for its clear use of line and its depiction of monstrous and sexual imagery. In an occult capacity, he developed magical techniques including automatic writing, automatic drawing and sigilization based on his theories of the relationship between the conscious and unconscious self.
Biography source: Wikipedia
Quotes by Austin Osman Spare · Page 3
View
