Einstein and Epstein

Albert Einstein and Jacob Epstein, a prominent sculptor, formed an unlikely yet intriguing friendship during a tumultuous time in history. The year was 1933, and the dark clouds of the Nazi regime were spreading across Germany. Einstein, a German-Jewish physicist, found himself in danger due to his Jewish heritage and his vocal criticism of the Nazi regime's rise to power.

In the face of increasing persecution and threats, Albert Einstein sought refuge and safety in England, far away from the oppressive environment in Germany. He had been staying at a country retreat near Cromer, England, hoping to escape the clutches of the Nazis and continue his scientific pursuits in a more hospitable environment.

It was during this period of exile that Jacob Epstein, a distinguished sculptor known for his innovative and sometimes controversial works, was introduced to Einstein. Epstein, born in the United States but residing in England, had gained prominence for his striking and expressive sculptures that often pushed artistic boundaries.