Who painted Entgegenkommen?

Entgegenkommen was painted by Karl Arnold in 1911.

Where can I see Entgegenkommen?

Entgegenkommen is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

Entgegenkommen

Karl Arnold , 1911

Entgegenkommen is a drawing by Karl Arnold. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Entgegenkommen is a 1911 drawing by Karl Arnold, published in the satirical magazine Simplicissimus. It depicts a confrontation between a well-dressed man and a group of workers.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows a corpulent man in a top hat interacting with striking workers in a desolate industrial setting. The workers are lined up behind a fence, creating a sense of tension and order.

Technique & Style

Arnold used simple lines and shading to create the drawing, giving it a spontaneous, sketch-like quality. The use of lines and shading conveys a sense of tension and mood.

History & Provenance

The drawing was published on September 8, 1911, in Simplicissimus, accompanied by a caption in Berlin dialect. It reflects the artist's commentary on social issues of the time.