Artwork

Markt (Market)

Markt (Market), by Paul Gangolf, ink, 1928
Markt (Market), by Paul Gangolf, ink, 1928

Markt (Market) is an ink print by Paul Gangolf. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Markt (Market) is a 1928 soft-ground etching on wove paper by Paul Gangolf, depicting a chaotic scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a crowded, nude group in a jumbled pose, set against a rough, indistinct urban background. The title 'Markt' suggests a busy public space, but the scene's meaning remains ambiguous.

Technique & Style

The etching features scratchy, uneven lines and varying thickness, giving it a dynamic, spontaneous feel. The soft-ground technique and wove paper contribute to the image's grainy texture.

Artist & collection

Artist

Paul Gangolf

Paul Gangolf (1928–1928) was an artist.

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