Artwork
Andreas Weissgaerber
Andreas Weissgaerber is a print by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1975.255
- Credit line
- Bequest of Walter Blodgett
About this work
Overview
Lovis Corinth’s 1919 print portrays Andreas Weissgaerber seated within an interior space. The figure is rendered in period attire, his expression composed, while surrounding objects such as books and furniture suggest a domestic, scholarly setting. The work is part of the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait focuses on Weissgaerber, a man whose demeanor conveys quiet concentration. The inclusion of literary volumes and period furnishings hints at his intellectual pursuits or social status, offering a glimpse into the cultural milieu of early‑20th‑century Germany.
Technique & Style
Corinth employs a chiaroscuro approach, balancing light and shadow to model the figure’s form and the textures of his clothing. Fine attention to the drapery’s folds and the subtle gradations of tone give the print a sense of depth and tactile realism.
History & Provenance
Created in the aftermath of World War I, the print entered the Cleveland Museum of Art’s holdings, where it remains on view. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s broader commitment to early modern German graphic art.
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Artist
Lovis Corinth (21 July 1858 – 17 July 1925) was a German artist and writer whose mature work as a painter and printmaker realized a synthesis of impressionism and expressionism.
