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Das Kranke Kind (The Sick Child)

Lovis Corinth

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an etched depiction of a person lying in a bed, with their upper body visible. The person is in a reclined position, resting their head on a pillow, with the face turned slightly towards the viewer. Their facial features appear serene, with eyes closed. The person's hair is dark and styled with a slight wave, framing the face. They are wearing a garment that seems to be a nightgown or similar attire. The bed is covered with a blanket or sheet that is drawn up to the person's chest. There are no visible jewelry items or objects being held by the person. The background consists of a simple setting, with the headboard of the bed visible, and the entire scene rendered in a sketch-like style with crosshatched lines providing texture and depth.

Artwork Details

Date
1918
Medium
drypoint in black on laid paper
Dimensions
3712 × 3281 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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