Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Lovis Corinth's Untitled is a 1914 print held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is an etching and drypoint work on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man in a suit with a thick mustache and high collar, his face turned slightly to the side. Loose, scratchy lines convey a sense of spontaneity.
Technique & Style
The work combines etching and drypoint techniques, characterized by expressive, rapid lines. The artist's signature is a cursory scrawl in the corner.
History & Provenance
Created in 1914, the print is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. The paper has developed a yellowish tint over time.
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.
