Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink print by Emil Pottner, Paul Bach, Adolf Edward Herstein Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a collaborative print by Lovis Corinth, Emil Pottner, Paul Bach, and Adolf Edward Herstein, produced in 1914 as a set of four lithographs on a single folded sheet, now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a weary figure, identifiable by a long coat, hat, and leaning on a cane, conveyed through expressive, dark facial lines and a slouched posture, evoking a sense of fatigue.
Technique & Style
Characterized by a rapid, sketchy approach reminiscent of hurried pencil marks, the lithographs prioritize immediacy over detail, creating an urgent, spontaneous impression.
History & Provenance
Created in 1914, the piece is currently housed at The Museum of Modern Art, with its collaborative creation among four artists being a notable aspect of its history.
Artist & collection
Artist
Emil Pottner, Paul Bach, Adolf Edward Herstein Lovis Corinth
Lovis Corinth, Emil Pottner, Paul Bach, Adolf Edward Herstein (1858–1925) was a German artist.
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