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Reiter II (Horseman II)
Reiter II (Horseman II) is an ink print by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in graphite: Lovis Corinth; lower left verso in graphite by unknown hand: Schw. 274; lower right verso in graphite by unknown hand: 150.-
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Overview
Reiter II (Horseman II) is a 1916 drypoint print by Lovis Corinth, a German painter and printmaker. Created on wove paper, it exemplifies Corinth's work in the medium.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a horseman from behind, in motion. The horseman was a recurring subject in Corinth's later work, which often explored themes through simplified forms.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, scratchy lines, the print showcases Corinth's drypoint technique. The textured appearance results from the artist's heavy pressure on the plate, creating a rough, expressive effect.
History & Provenance
Corinth's style shifted towards expressionism after a 1911 stroke. He was associated with the Berlin Secession, a group he later led as president, having studied in Paris and Munich.
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Artist
Lovis Corinth (21 July 1858 – 17 July 1925) was a German artist and writer whose mature work as a painter and printmaker realized a synthesis of impressionism and expressionism.
