“I made myself into an envelope into which I could thrust my work deep, lick the flap, seal it from everybody.”
Quote by Emily Carr
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The Emily Carr collection
This collection brings together a range of paintings and writings by Emily Carr, a key figure in early 20th-century Canadian art. Carr's work is noted for its vibrant, post-impressionist style and its focus on the forests, totem poles, and coastal scenes of British Columbia. The volume typically includes reproductions of her most famous pieces, such as 'Big Raven' and 'Scorned as Timber, Beloved of the Sky,' alongside excerpts from her journals and autobiographical books like 'Klee Wyck.' The collection offers an overview of her artistic evolution and her deep connection to the natural and cultural landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. more
Author
Emily Carr
Emily Carr was a renowned Canadian artist known for her unique West Coast Indigenous art style and landscape paintings. Her works profoundly depicted the natural landscapes and Indigenous cultures of British Columbia, Canada, and had a profound impact on the Canadian art world. more
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Source: Hundreds and Thousands: The Journals of Emily Carr
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