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Vom Tode I, (Opus II, 1889) No. 10

Vom Tode I, (Opus II, 1889) No. 10, by Max Klinger, 1889
Vom Tode I, (Opus II, 1889) No. 10, by Max Klinger, 1889

Vom Tode I, (Opus II, 1889) No. 10 is a print by the Impressionist artist Max Klinger. It dates from 1889 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Vom Tode I, (Opus II, 1889) No.

About this work

Overview

Vom Tode I, (Opus II, 1889) No. 10 is a print created by Max Klinger in 1889. It is part of a series exploring symbolic themes.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a somber scene on a beach with palm trees, where a group of people in old-fashioned clothing gather around a person lying on the ground. A staff-wielding figure stands beside them, gazing out to sea, evoking a reflective mood.

Technique & Style

Klinger's work is associated with Symbolism, the Vienna Secession, and Jugendstil (Art Nouveau), showcasing his experimentation across various mediums, including printmaking.

History & Provenance

The print is held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, exemplifying Klinger's contribution to the printmaking tradition.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Max Klinger

Artist

Max Klinger

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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