Two Women (Zwei Frauen)

About this work

This print shows two women standing close together. One is nude, her body turned slightly away, with one arm resting on the other woman’s shoulder. The second woman is dressed, her face turned down as she holds a large, rounded object—maybe a basket or a hat—against her chest. The background is simple, with a few dark lines that look like a chair or steps. The artist used two colors: black for the outlines and shadows, and a pale orange for the skin and clothing. The lines are bold and uneven, giving the figures a rough, sketchy feel. Next, check out lithography to see how this print was made.