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Sonnenuntergang (Alb)
Sonnenuntergang (Alb) is an ink print by Wilhelm Laage. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Sonnenuntergang (Alb) is a 1918 woodcut print by Wilhelm Laage, executed on buff wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The title suggests a sunset over the Alps, but the dramatic scene depicted—a dark, jagged mountain range under a pale sky—emphasizes bold contrasts over serene atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Characterized by simple shapes and stark black lines on a warm, off-white background, the print showcases the expressive potential of woodcut technique through its rough textures and deep shadows.
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