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Untitled, by Ludwig Meidner, ink, 1918

Untitled

Ludwig Meidner

1918

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1918 ink by Ludwig Meidner, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Ludwig Meidner
When & what style?
1918
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This image is a drypoint print of a man's head, rendered in black and white. The subject is depicted in a three-quarter view, with his face turned slightly to the right. His hair is short, and his eyes are cast downward, giving him a contemplative appearance. The print is characterized by bold lines and expressive shading, which creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's use of drypoint technique adds a level of texture and nuance to the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's facial features. For more works that showcase the expressive potential of drypoint, explore the art of Ludwig Meidner.

About the artist

Portrait of Ludwig Meidner
Artist

Ludwig Meidner

Ludwig Meidner was a German expressionist painter and printmaker born in Bernstadt, Silesia.

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