Artwork
The Barn
The Barn is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1883 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:in artist's hand, lower right: Lovis Corinth / 1883 / Mat[...?]; in later hand, lower left: 26
About this work
Overview
The Barn is a graphite drawing on wove paper created by Lovis Corinth in 1883. It exemplifies the artist's early work, showcasing his skill in rendering detailed scenes.
Technique & Style
Executed in graphite, The Barn demonstrates Corinth's naturalistic style, characteristic of his early period. This approach would later give way to a more expressive manner following a significant health event in 1911.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a rural barn, reflecting Corinth's interest in landscape subjects. This focus on the natural world is a recurring theme in his oeuvre.
History & Provenance
Corinth produced The Barn after training in Paris and Munich, formative experiences that contributed to his development as an artist. He would go on to become a prominent figure in the Berlin Secession.
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Artist & collection
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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