Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Ludwig Meidner, ink, 1918
Untitled, by Ludwig Meidner, ink, 1918

Untitled is an ink print by Ludwig Meidner. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1918 drypoint print by Ludwig Meidner, featuring a portrait of a man in three-quarter view. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, depicted with short hair and downcast eyes, conveys a contemplative demeanor. The focus on facial features suggests an emphasis on emotional or psychological state.

Technique & Style

Bold lines and expressive shading create depth and dimensionality. The drypoint technique imparts texture, guiding the viewer's attention to the subject's face.

History & Provenance

Created in 1918, the print is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.

Context

This work reflects Meidner's exploration of the human form through drypoint, a medium conducive to expressive, nuanced renderings of the face and psyche.

Legacy

While the work's individual impact is not broadly documented, it contributes to Meidner's broader oeuvre, which showcases the expressive capabilities of drypoint in capturing the human experience.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ludwig Meidner

Artist

Ludwig Meidner

Ludwig Meidner was a German expressionist painter and printmaker born in Bernstadt, Silesia.

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