Artwork
Schlafende (Sleeping Woman)
Schlafende (Sleeping Woman) is an ink print by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Schlafende (Sleeping Woman) is a 1912 drypoint print by Lovis Corinth, a German artist known for his work in painting and printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman lying on her back in a relaxed pose, her face serene with eyes closed, conveying a sense of rest.
Technique & Style
Created using drypoint on wove paper, the image features a range of lines and shading that produce depth and texture, characteristic of Corinth's expressive style.
History & Provenance
Corinth's work, including Schlafende, reflects his post-1911 stroke style, which became looser and more vibrant, synthesizing impressionist and expressionist elements.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lovis Corinth was a German artist and writer whose mature work as a painter and printmaker realized a synthesis of impressionism and expressionism.
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