Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Käthe Kollwitz, ink, 1895
Untitled, by Käthe Kollwitz, ink, 1895

Untitled is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Käthe Kollwitz. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is an etching by Käthe Kollwitz, created around 1895. The print is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a procession of figures in heavy clothing, their faces tense and variably directed. A central figure carries a staff, while another bears a burden on their back. The scene conveys a sense of solemnity and hardship.

Technique & Style

Kollwitz employed rough, scratchy lines to evoke emotion, extending beyond facial expressions to the overall texture. The etching technique allowed her to achieve a high-contrast, expressive image in black and white.

Untitled
Untitled, Käthe Kollwitz

Artist & collection

Portrait of Käthe Kollwitz

Artist

Käthe Kollwitz

Käthe Kollwitz was a German artist who worked with painting, printmaking and sculpture.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Käthe Kollwitz in 1895.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Impressionism.