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Frauenräuber (Rape)

Lovis Corinth

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a rider on horseback alongside two figures. The image is executed with loose, expressive black lines that depict a horse with a figure atop it, while two other figures accompany the horse from the side. The drawing uses a series of quick, dynamic strokes to suggest movement and energy around the figures, giving a sketch-like impression rich in motion and drama. The scene captures a sense of interaction and focuses on conveying an emotional or narrative moment through the dynamic interplay of forms and lines.

Artwork Details

Date
1920
Medium
drypoint in black on wove paper
Dimensions
3629 × 3367 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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