Artwork
Ex Libris Dr. Kuno Waehmer
Ex Libris Dr. Kuno Waehmer is a print by Max Klinger. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Ex Libris Dr.
About this work
To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, explore the works of Max Klinger.
This image depicts a bookplate, featuring a man with a large winged creature looming over him. The man is seated, while the creature appears to be standing behind him. The scene is rendered in black and white, with the title "Ex Libris Dr. Kuno Waehmer" inscribed at the bottom.
The bookplate is signed by the artist, Max Klinger, and dated 1910. The style of the artwork is reminiscent of Symbolism, with the use of bold lines and dramatic contrasts.
To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, explore the works of Max Klinger.
Overview
Ex Libris Dr. Kuno Waehmer is a print created by Max Klinger in 1910. It is a bookplate designed for Dr. Kuno Waehmer.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated man overshadowed by a large winged creature. The stark black and white rendering creates a dramatic scene, potentially symbolizing the relationship between the individual and a powerful external force.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases Klinger's use of chiaroscuro, with bold lines and strong contrasts between light and dark. Its style is characteristic of Symbolism, a movement that emphasized evocative and often dream-like imagery.
History & Provenance
The bookplate is signed and dated by Klinger, indicating its creation in 1910 for Dr. Kuno Waehmer.
Artist & collection
Artist
Max Klinger (18 February 1857 – 5 July 1920) was a German artist who produced significant work in painting, sculpture, prints and graphics, as well as writing a treatise articulating his ideas on art and the role of…
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