Artwork

Portrait

Portrait, by Max Weber, 1920
Portrait, by Max Weber, 1920

Portrait is a print by Max Weber. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1919 print by Max Weber is a representation of a human face, broken down into geometric components.

Subject & Meaning

The artist deconstructed the human figure, simplifying it into basic shapes, drawing inspiration from non-Western art forms.

Technique & Style

Weber's print features flat, angular forms and bold lines, reflecting the influence of African masks and Japanese prints on his work.

Context

Weber's exposure to non-Western art in Paris, including African masks and Japanese prints, informed his artistic style and approach to representing the human form.

Artist & collection

Artist

Max Weber

Max Weber was an American artist.

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