Artwork

Curled up Girl on Bed

Curled up Girl on Bed, by Gustav Klimt, graphite, 1916
Curled up Girl on Bed, by Gustav Klimt, graphite, 1916

Curled up Girl on Bed is a graphite drawing by Gustav Klimt. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Curled up Girl on Bed is a graphite drawing created by Gustav Klimt in 1916, depicting a solitary figure in a state of repose.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing portrays a girl curled up on a bed, capturing an intimate moment of comfort and relaxation through the artist's expressive use of line.

Technique & Style

Klimt employs simple, yet emotionally evocative lines to convey a sense of serene intimacy, characteristic of his ability to imbue minimalism with depth of feeling.

History & Provenance

Created in 1916, specific provenance details for this work are not provided in the available information.

Context

This drawing reflects Klimt's exploration of themes of solitude and personal introspection, common in his oeuvre during this period.

Legacy

While not widely discussed in broad art historical narratives, it exemplifies Klimt's graphite technique and his focus on emotional intimacy in quieter, more personal works.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Gustav Klimt

Artist

Gustav Klimt

Gustav Klimt (1910–1910) was an artist.

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