The Tight Rope Walker (Seiltänzer)
1923
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Paul Klee
Paul Klee (German: ; 18 December 1879 – 29 June 1940) was a Swiss-born German artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Tight Rope Walker (Seiltänzer) is a 1923 ink by Paul Klee, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a wobbly figure balancing on a tightrope high above a crisscross of lines and shapes. The background is mostly pinkish-brown with smudges, like it was sketched quickly. The tightrope walker holds a pole, and the ground below is just a few scattered marks. The artist used a mix of rough lines and soft washes to make it feel unstable. It’s not a realistic scene—more like a dream or a quick thought. Next, look up lithography to see how this print was made.
Paul Klee (German: ; 18 December 1879 – 29 June 1940) was a Swiss-born German artist.
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