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Schlafende (Sleeping Woman)
Schlafende (Sleeping Woman) is an ink print by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1912 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: 11 Bl.16 Schw. 101
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Overview
Schlafende (Sleeping Woman) is a 1912 drypoint print by Lovis Corinth, a German artist known for his work in painting and printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman lying on her back in a relaxed pose, her face serene with eyes closed, conveying a sense of rest.
Technique & Style
Created using drypoint on wove paper, the image features a range of lines and shading that produce depth and texture, characteristic of Corinth's expressive style.
History & Provenance
Corinth's work, including Schlafende, reflects his post-1911 stroke style, which became looser and more vibrant, synthesizing impressionist and expressionist elements.
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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.
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