Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1922 drawing by Lovis Corinth, is a portrait of a man rendered from the chest up, characterized by expressive lines and nuanced shading.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a man with his head turned slightly to the left, is defined by pronounced facial features achieved through dark shading, contrasted with lighter-toned eyes.
Technique & Style
Corinth employed pencil and colored pencil on paper, utilizing cross-hatching to create texture and depth. Loose, expressive lines suggest the subject's clothing, imparting a sense of movement.
History & Provenance
Created in 1922, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
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.
