Artwork
Nude IX
Nude IX is an ink print by Georg Schrimpf. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Nude IX is a 1918 woodcut on wove paper by Georg Schrimpf, a German artist associated with the Neue Sachlichkeit movement.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two curved figures embracing, surrounded by tall grass and a few flowers, against a black background. The nude form is a recurring subject in Schrimpf's work, treated here with a restrained, objective approach.
Technique & Style
The woodcut technique, where the design is carved into wood and then printed, gives the image sharp edges and solid shapes. The print features bold, flat lines and a stark contrast between black ink and white paper, characteristic of the medium.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Georg Schrimpf (13 February 1889 – 19 April 1938) was a German painter and graphic artist.
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