Artwork
Der Tiergarten: Trees with Sun
Der Tiergarten: Trees with Sun is a print by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1985.164
- Credit line
- Gift of Louise S. Richards
About this work
Overview
Der Tiergarten: Trees with Sun, a 1920 print by Lovis Corinth, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The work depicts a landscape featuring trees, a sun, and a suggested path or clearing.
Subject & Meaning
The composition focuses on the interplay between nature's elements, using trees and sunlight to evoke a sense of space and depth. The scene conveys warmth and vitality through the sun's presence.
Technique & Style
Corinth employed dark lines and shadows to create contrast and texture, guiding the viewer's eye into the landscape. The style emphasizes atmospheric depth.
History & Provenance
Created in 1920, the print is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Context
This work is part of a broader collection of landscapes at The Cleveland Museum of Art, including other pieces by Lovis Corinth.
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Artist & collection
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.
