Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Lovis Corinth, graphite, 1922
Untitled, by Lovis Corinth, graphite, 1922

Untitled is a graphite drawing by Lovis Corinth. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1922 drawing by Lovis Corinth, is a portrait of a man rendered from the chest up, characterized by expressive lines and nuanced shading.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a man with his head turned slightly to the left, is defined by pronounced facial features achieved through dark shading, contrasted with lighter-toned eyes.

Technique & Style

Corinth employed pencil and colored pencil on paper, utilizing cross-hatching to create texture and depth. Loose, expressive lines suggest the subject's clothing, imparting a sense of movement.

History & Provenance

Created in 1922, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lovis Corinth

Artist

Lovis Corinth

Lovis Corinth was a German artist and writer whose mature work as a painter and printmaker realized a synthesis of impressionism and expressionism.

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