Lesendes Mädchen (Girl Reading)
1911
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1911
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Lesendes Mädchen (Girl Reading) is a 1911 ink by Lovis Corinth, depicting reading, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a girl reading a book. She's sitting in a quiet space, lost in thought. The artist used simple lines to convey a sense of calm, which is interesting because it creates a feeling of intimacy with the girl. The girl's face is tilted down, and her hair is pulled back, revealing her profile. This focus on the girl's quiet moment makes the scene feel personal. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: lithography.
