Artwork
Crucifixion I
Crucifixion I is a print by Wilhelm Morgner. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:below image, in pen and black in: Holzschnitt No 1 Handdruck W. Morgner. 13.
About this work
Overview
Crucifixion I is a linocut print by Wilhelm Morgner, created in 1913. It is executed in blue on laid tissue paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a group of stick-like figures crowded together, likely representing a scene of crucifixion. The figures are simplified and lack distinct facial features or details, emphasizing their collective presence.
Technique & Style
The linocut technique allowed Morgner to achieve bold, graphic forms with sharp, angular contours. The style is characterized by simplicity and a sense of spontaneity, evoking a sketch-like quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1913, Crucifixion I is an early example of Morgner's work in the linocut medium.
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