Und Doch!
1883
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1883
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a lone figure standing in shallow water, arms raised toward the sky. The background is a blurry, stormy horizon with a few dark shapes in the distance. The lines are loose and expressive, with quick strokes for the waves and body. The title *Und Doch!* (German for “And Yet!”) hints at defiance or resilience. The figure’s pose feels both powerful and vulnerable, standing alone against the chaos. Next, check out Klinger, Max to see how his other works play with emotion and movement.
