Die Nacht (The Night) (headpiece, page 34) from Georg Heym: Umbra Vitae (Georg Heym: The Shadow of Life)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of abstract natural forms with poetic text. The upper section features an abstract illustration with shapes that could be interpreted as stylized plants or flames, with a central arch or framework structure dividing the image. The lines are bold and the forms are simplified, creating a sense of movement or tension within the space. Below the image, there is a block of German text, appearing to be a poem or literary work. The typeface is bold and the text is evenly justified, giving it a structured appearance on the page. The title "DIE NACHT" is placed centrally above the illustration.