Who painted The Artist in the Attic?

The Artist in the Attic was painted by Max Klinger in 1880.

Where can I see The Artist in the Attic?

The Artist in the Attic is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Artist in the Attic?

The Artist in the Attic is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Artist in the Attic?

Museum-quality prints of The Artist in the Attic are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Artist in the Attic

Max Klinger , 1880

The Artist in the Attic is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Max Klinger. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:recto: in plate, in image, at lower right, on book: MANETTE SALOMON / PARIS; below image, in graphite: 25. 7. (19)13 M. Klinger
Markings: Marked:Werner Eberhard Müller (Lugt 5075)

About this work

Overview

The Artist in the Attic is a print created by Max Klinger around 1880 using etching and aquatint techniques on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an artist seated in a dimly lit attic, lost in thought as they work on a piece. The scene conveys a sense of quiet contemplation and focus, highlighting the artist's introspective process.

Technique & Style

Klinger employed etching and aquatint to achieve a range of tonal values, capturing the subtle play of light in the attic. The use of shading and detailed lines creates a nuanced atmosphere, underscoring the artist's concentrated state.

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Artist

Max Klinger

Max Klinger (18 February 1857 – 5 July 1920) was a German artist who produced significant work in painting, sculpture, prints and graphics, as well as writing a treatise articulating his ideas on art and the role of…