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title page for Alfred Döblin: Das Stiftsfräulein und der Tod (Alfred Döblin: The Canoness and Death)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

National Gallery of Art

The image features angular lines and bold black shapes forming an abstract design. On the left side, there is a block of text with a striking font amidst fluid shapes on the right. The abstract lines on the right suggest elongated figures or flowing fabric. The design merges text with fluid forms, combining the appearance of a book cover or a poster with abstract expression.

Artwork Details

Date
1913
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
7774 × 10535 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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