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The Breakfast Table

1921. , 69.0 x 50.0 cm. Ben Uri Gallery and Museum.

**Fig. 1.** Solomon Nodel, *The Breakfast Table*, 1921. Shown as the reproduction you are specifying: , .

§ 1Catalogue data

: 1921
: 69.0 x 50.0 cm
: Ben Uri Gallery and Museum

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Collectible Description

Artist Biography

Discover Solomon Nodel (1912-1976), an American artist celebrated for his illuminations & diverse talents. Explore his legacy, including the iconic Gettysburg Address series, at AllPaintingsStore.

§ 3Commentary

A fine painter in the Academic style, Solomon was co-founder of the Society of Portrait Painters, a founder member and first President of the Maccabeans, and later Head of the Art Committee of the Jewish Education Aid Society, which organised loans to help the majority of the Whitechapel Boys to attend the Slade School of Art. In 1906 Solomon became only the second Jewish Royal Academician and was President of the Ben Uri from 1924–26. Solomon was well-known for his historical and biblical works and for his society portraiture. His annual contributions to the Royal Academy Exhibition were hung in what came to be known as ‘Solomon’s corner.’ Although a practising Jew, he rarely painted works with overtly Jewish themes, though he did make portraits of some of the leading Jewish figures of the day.During the First World War Solomon pioneered camouflage work for tanks and aeroplanes, sometimes in the thick of the fighting, despite being 54 at the outbreak of hostilities. In addition, he also sculpted dummy heads to attract fire in order to locate snipers and developed hollow, metal and bark-covered Observational Post Trees, where lookouts could hide along the front line. After the war, he continued painting portraits until his death in 1927.Solomon’s richly-decorated interior of the family bungalow at Birchington, Kent (where his brother-in-law Delissa Joseph, had built him a second studio) depicts his wife Ella and youngest daughter Iris (later the Hon Mrs Ewen Montagu) in the comfortable intimacy of the breakfast room. Iris is denoted only by her hand holding the newspaper and her dangling leg with its fashionable shoe. On the wall behind a selection of paintings by Solomon includes one of his older daughter, Mary, on her pony (the landscape is by another painter). Solomon’s tasteful and opulent breakfast room reveals the extent of his identification with English life; the only reference to his Jewish origins is the two candlesticks upon the mantelpiece.The Ben Uri Collection features six works by Solomon, including the magnificent portrait of Mary, The Field: The Artist’s Daughter on a Pony, which was presented by his widow in 1937.

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"The Breakfast Table" by Solomon Nodel was created in 1921.

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§ 4The artist

Solomon Nodel

1912 - 1976, United States of America

Quick facts about Solomon Nodel

Full Name: Solomon Nodel
Nationality: American
Date Of Birth: 1912
Date Of Death: 1976
Place Of Birth: Washington, United States of America
Notable Artworks:
- Mischa Elman Playing the Violin
- The Breakfast Table
- Reclining Woman
- The Field, the Artist
Artistic Movement Or Style: Illumination Art

Artist Biography

Solomon Nodel: A Life in Art, Illumination, and Education

Born: September 29, 1912, Washington, D.C., United States
Died: August 22, 1976, Miami, Florida

Solomon Nodel was a multifaceted American artist known for his diverse talents as an artist, illuminator, educator, and art consultant. His career spanned several decades, marked by significant achievements in various artistic fields.

Early Life and Education

Nodel received his early education at the Washington University School of Fine Arts and further honed his skills at the Grand Central School Art.
These formative years laid the foundation for his future career, providing him with a strong technical base in artistic principles.

Artistic Career: Painting, Illumination, and Design

Painting & Design: Nodel’s work encompassed a range of subjects and styles as an artist. He was known to create portraits and other works that reflected his unique perspective.
Illumination: Perhaps his most celebrated achievement was the creation of a 12-panel illumination of Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. This monumental project showcased his exceptional skill in combining artistic talent with historical significance.
Royal Commissions: Nodel’s illuminations were highly sought after, and he received commissions from five royal houses across Europe, as well as Japan, Switzerland, England, Israel, the Belgian Congo, France, and Italy. This international recognition underscored the quality and prestige of his work.

Awards and Recognition

Nodel’s artistic contributions were widely recognized throughout his career. He was a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including:
- Monsanto Chemical Award
- Proctor & Gamble Award
- United States Army Gold Medal
- St. Louis Young Men's Hebrew Association Prize
- St. Louis Artists Guild recognition
These accolades reflect the high regard in which Nodel was held by his peers and institutions within the art world.

Teaching, Legacy, and Collections

Education: Beyond his artistic practice, Nodel dedicated himself to education, serving as an instructor at the St. Louis Settlement House and the Grand Central School Art.
Exhibitions: His works were exhibited in prominent venues such as the St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis Artists Guild, High Museum of Atlanta, Queens College, New York University, Pope Pius XII Memorial Library, St. Louis University, B’nai B’rith Museum, and others.
Collections: Nodel's art is represented in permanent collections across the United States, Europe, Israel, and the Far East, as well as numerous private collections. This widespread representation speaks to the enduring appeal and historical significance of his work.
Further Exploration: For a more extensive view of Solomon Nodel’s artwork, visit AllPaintingsStore.com or explore collections at the St. Louis Art Museum and the St. Louis Artists Guild.

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§ 8The reproduction

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