Artwork
Self-Portrait
Self-Portrait is a print by Käthe Kollwitz. It dates from 1915 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Self-Portrait is a 1915 print by Käthe Kollwitz, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the artist's face, rendered in charcoal on a light-brown background, with a serious expression and a headscarf covering her hair. Her direct gaze conveys a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Kollwitz employed dark lines and shading to create depth and texture, drawing attention to the subject's face. The use of charcoal on a contrasting background adds to the overall somber tone.
Artist & collection
Artist
Käthe Kollwitz (German pronunciation: born Schmidt; 8 July 1867 – 22 April 1945) was a German artist who worked with painting, printmaking (including etching, lithography and woodcuts) and sculpture.
