Simson (headpiece, page 41) from Georg Heym: Umbra Vitae (Georg Heym: The Shadow of Life)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a human figure surrounded by abstract patterns. The figure is standing with arms slightly outstretched. The drawing is rendered in a black and white woodcut style with geometric shapes and strong contrast between light and dark areas. The figure wears a large headpiece or hat and a patterned garment. The abstract designs suggest movement and possibly architectural elements, with angular lines and diamond shapes. The drawing is accompanied by text in German.