Artwork
Der Polster (The Cushion)
Der Polster (The Cushion) is an ink print by Max Kurzweil. It dates from 1903 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Der Polster (The Cushion) is a 1903 woodcut by Max Kurzweil, executed in colour on thin Japanese tissue attached to a dark brown support sheet.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a person reclining on a couch, partially covered by a blanket, in a room characterized by bold, flat colours and simple decor, including green walls and yellow floral wallpaper.
Technique & Style
Kurzweil's use of sharp lines and simple shapes, typical of the woodcut medium, gives the image a graphic quality, while the depiction of soft textures like the couch is achieved through clean, blocky strokes.
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