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Seated Young Woman [recto]

Seated Young Woman [recto], by Lovis Corinth, graphite, 1889
Seated Young Woman [recto], by Lovis Corinth, graphite, 1889

Seated Young Woman [recto] is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1889 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:lower right: Lovis Corinth / Konigsberg 1889.

About this work

Overview

Seated Young Woman is a graphite drawing on wove paper created by Lovis Corinth in 1889.

Technique & Style

The drawing exemplifies Corinth's early naturalistic style, characterized by a focus on realistic representation.

Context

Corinth's artistic training took place in Paris and Munich, influencing his initial naturalistic approach, which later evolved.

History & Provenance

Corinth was associated with the Berlin Secession, a group he later led, indicating his significance within the German art scene of the time.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lovis Corinth

Artist

Lovis Corinth

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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Who painted Seated Young Woman [recto]?

Seated Young Woman [recto] was painted by Lovis Corinth in 1889.

Where can I see Seated Young Woman [recto]?

Seated Young Woman [recto] is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Seated Young Woman [recto]?

Seated Young Woman [recto] is associated with Impressionism.

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