Austin Osman Spare was an English artist and occultist who worked as both a draughtsman and a 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. Wikipedia
Born: December 30, 1886, London, United Kingdom
Died: May 15, 1956 (age 69 years), London, United Kingdom
Periods: Surrealism, Symbolism, and Modern art
Place of burial: St Mary's Church of England, Ilford, United Kingdom
Education: Royal College of Art
Known for: Drawing, painting, occultism