Young Woman in a Wicker Chair
1933
oil
From the collection of Städel Museum
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Hanns Katz
Hanns Ludwig Katz (1892–1940) was a German expressionist painter and graphic artist.
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oil
From the collection of Städel Museum
Dominant colour
Young Woman in a Wicker Chair is a 1933 oil by Hanns Katz, held at Städel Museum.
This painting depicts a young woman seated in a wicker chair, her body turned slightly to the left. Her red hair cascades down her back, and she wears a blue dress with black stockings. Her hands rest on her lap, and her gaze is directed forward. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a 1930s setting. The background of the painting is a warm, earthy tone, which complements the cool tones of the woman's dress. The use of oil paint and the visible brushstrokes add texture to the painting. The artist's attention to detail and use of color create a sense of depth and dimensionality. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the concept of impasto.
Hanns Ludwig Katz (1892–1940) was a German expressionist painter and graphic artist.
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