Early Alice

The Family
1927, watercolor on paper


After the Death of the Child
1927/28 watercolor on paper


The Family
1927, watercolor on paper

Well Baby Clinic

1928/29, oil on canvas

Alice Neel is known most famously for her bold psychological portraits from the 70's and 80's. Here are some of her early works - works that dealt directly with trauma. If you have never read about Neel's life, I highly recommend it. She was a fascinating human being and an amazing artist.