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Verschiedene Köpfe und Selbstbildnis (Assorted Heads and Self-Portrait)

Lovis Corinth

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching featuring a series of portrait sketches showcasing the faces and upper bodies of various subjects. The central figures include an older woman with short hair, a young boy with tousled hair, a shaded man with a mustache, and an older woman with tied-up hair. Detailed facial features are emphasized through shading and line work. In the lower part, there is a girl with long hair and large eyes. The clothing is outlined simply, indicating basic garments such as shirts and blouses. The setting is abstract with no clear background elements, directing focus to the facial expressions of the individuals.

Artwork Details

Date
1915
Medium
drypoint in black on laid paper
Dimensions
3028 × 4814 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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