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Standing Male Nude and Two Female Nudes
Standing Male Nude and Two Female Nudes is an ink print by Wilhelm Lehmbruck. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Standing Male Nude and Two Female Nudes is a 1914 print by Wilhelm Lehmbruck, a German sculptor. The work is an etching and roulette on wove paper, showcasing the artist's experimentation with different mediums.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three nude figures: a central male figure with crossed arms, and two seated female figures behind him. The loose, sketchy style emphasizes movement and gesture over detailed representation.
Technique & Style
The etching and roulette techniques used here create a grainy texture and expressive lines. The artist's focus on quick, flowing strokes gives the figures a sense of dynamism, rather than solidity.
Context
Lehmbruck's work reflects his engagement with realism and expressionism, styles that were influential in the early 20th century.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Wilhelm Lehmbruck (4 January 1881 – 25 March 1919) was a German sculptor. One of the most important of his generation, he was influenced by realism and expressionism.
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