Max Klinger

Emil Orlik

1902

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern Portrait

About this work

This sketch shows a man with a full beard and glasses, his head turned slightly to the side. The lines are rough and scratchy, giving it a loose, sketchy feel. The whole image is printed in a warm orange color on light paper. The artist used a technique that leaves visible marks, almost like scratching into the surface. This was done on purpose to create texture. Look up etching to see how artists use acid and needles to make prints like this.