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Der Männ mit dem Holzbein Träumt (The Man with the Wooden Leg Dreams)

Heinrich Hoerle

National Gallery of Art

The image contains a series of elegant, curving lines forming an abstract composition. Two large, leaf-like shapes extend upward from the top, connected to a central slender column emerging from a round base. Below, swirling abstract forms can be seen, resembling flowing lines. A curved platform is present, seemingly supported by spiraling forms suggesting table legs. The overall image evokes a surreal fusion of botanical and furniture elements, with the lines showcasing fluid artistry.

Artwork Details

Date
1920
Medium
lithograph on pale brown paper
Dimensions
3681 × 4713 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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