Otto Felsing

German, 1854 - 1920

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This is a drawing of two decaying skeletal heads facing each other. The image depicts two skulls with detailed deteriorated features. The skulls have empty eye sockets and visible teeth, with textures that suggest decay and erosion. The drawing uses a monochromatic color palette of blacks and grays to emphasize the morbid atmosphere, with high contrast between shadows and highlights that accentuate the contours and textures of the skulls. The background is minimal, focusing on the interaction between the two heads. The style emphasizes macabre and grotesque elements.
Otto Dix, Otto Felsing, Karl Nierendorf, Dead Men before the Position near Tahure (Tote vor der Stellung bei Tahure), 1924, etching and aquatint on laid paper, Print Purchase Fund (Rosenwald Collection), 1971.10.2

Dead Men before the Position near Tahure (Tote vor der Stellung bei Tahure)

Otto Dix, Otto Felsing, Karl Nierendorf · 1924 · etching and aquatint on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1971.10.2

Otto Dix, Otto Felsing, Karl Nierendorf, Dance of Death Anno 17 (Totentanz anno 17), 1924, etching, aquatint, and drypoint with burnishing on laid paper, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.273

Dance of Death Anno 17 (Totentanz anno 17)

Otto Dix, Otto Felsing, Karl Nierendorf · 1924 · etching, aquatint, and drypoint with burnishing on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2002.98.273

The image shows a landscape with an elevated perspective. The horizon line is in the upper half of the image, with a dark circular form in the center. There are angular lines in the sky, suggesting movement. The landscape includes abstracted, angular forms resembling rocks. The artwork is in black and white, with bold black lines against a light background.
Erich Heckel, Fritz Voigt, Otto Felsing, Verlag Arndt Beyer, Leipzig, Sunrise (Sonnenaufgang), 1914, published 1921, woodcut on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.72

Sunrise (Sonnenaufgang)

Erich Heckel, Fritz Voigt, Otto Felsing, Verlag Arndt Beyer, Leipzig · 1914, published 1921 · woodcut on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.72

This print shows a sketch of a person's face, with a detailed depiction of their features. The individual is facing forward with their forehead resting on one hand. The sketch emphasizes deep-set eyes, a broad nose, tightly closed lips, and rough, loosely drawn hair. There are no visible clothes or accessories. The background is plain, off-white paper with some stray dark lines.
Käthe Kollwitz, Otto Felsing, Self-Portrait with Hand on Forehead (Selbstbildnis mit der Hand an der Stirn), 1910, etching and drypoint in black-brown ink on wove paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.5296

Self-Portrait with Hand on Forehead (Selbstbildnis mit der Hand an der Stirn)

Käthe Kollwitz, Otto Felsing · 1910 · etching and drypoint in black-brown ink on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.5296

The image shows an etching of a person depicted from knee-level upwards. The person is standing sideways, with their body slightly turned to the left, and their face is turned towards the viewer. They have distinct facial features with a beard and long hair extending from beneath a wide-brimmed hat. Their clothing appears to be a loose, flowing garment, possibly a robe or coat, with billowing fabric and a strap or sash crossing their torso. The individual is not visibly holding any objects or wearing jewelry. In the background, there are outlines of buildings creating an urban street scene with a few sketched figures walking. The overall composition is drawn with strong, clear lines on a plain background without much color.
Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing, The Beggar (Tiggeren), 1908, etching on wove paper, The Epstein Family Collection, 2023.161.16

The Beggar (Tiggeren)

Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing · 1908 · etching on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2023.161.16

The image is a sketch of a person's head and neck. The person is facing slightly to the right with detailed facial features, including prominent cheekbones, a straight nose, a slightly downturned mouth, deep-set and expressive eyes, and voluminous hair styled to one side with bold, jagged lines. The focus is on the face and upper neck, with no visible clothing details. The background is plain and light-colored, with a subtle border framing the sketch.
Edvard Munch, Carl Sabo, Otto Felsing, Head of a Girl (Madchenkopf), 1907, etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.10.357

Head of a Girl (Madchenkopf)

Edvard Munch, Carl Sabo, Otto Felsing · 1907 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.10.357

The image shows a sketch of a young girl's upper body, facing forward with her head slightly turned to the right. Her facial features are softly drawn, with emphasis on her eyes. She has long wavy hair with a large bow on top, and a bow around her neck. The background is plain, with a light texture.
Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing, Suzanne Aimée Cassirer (Paul Cassirer's Daughter), 1906, drypoint, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.13

Suzanne Aimée Cassirer (Paul Cassirer's Daughter)

Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing · 1906 · drypoint ·  Accession ID  2024.148.13

The image is a sketch in a classic etching style of a person's head and upper shoulders. The person's head is tilted slightly to one side, with facial features depicted using bold lines. The person has a pronounced brow, nose, thick mustache merging into a beard, and dense hair styled with a center parting. There is no visible clothing or jewelry. The background is plain and monochromatic, and the edges of the sketch are bordered. Annotations or signatures are present on the lower portion of the page.
Edvard Munch, Wilh. Scheels Klisjéanstalt, Otto Felsing, Head of a Man, 1906, drypoint in black on wove, The Epstein Family Collection, 2004.13.3

Head of a Man

Edvard Munch, Wilh. Scheels Klisjéanstalt, Otto Felsing · 1906 · drypoint in black on wove ·  Accession ID  2004.13.3

The image shows a sketch of a person's face in a sculptural, abstract style. The face is depicted with strong, aged features and expressive, tousled hair. The drawing is done on plain beige paper, focusing solely on the face with no additional details. An artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
Edvard Munch, Wilh. Scheels Klisjéanstalt, Otto Felsing, Head of a Man (Mannerkopf), 1906, etching, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.10.356

Head of a Man (Mannerkopf)

Edvard Munch, Wilh. Scheels Klisjéanstalt, Otto Felsing · 1906 · etching ·  Accession ID  1951.10.356

The image is an etching portraying three men from the shoulders up. The man on the left faces forward, featuring a broad mustache and thick, curly hair, wearing a suit and tie. The man in the center is shown in profile with a slightly receding hairline and a mustache. The third man is depicted in a half-profile view from behind, showing the back of his head and side of his face with longer hair swept back and a mustache. They seem to be engaged in conversation, with the man in the foreground holding what appears to be a fan. The background is plain, and the etching utilizes fine lines and shading for detail.
Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing, The Cardplayers, 1906, drypoint, The Epstein Family Collection, 1999.84.1

The Cardplayers

Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing · 1906 · drypoint ·  Accession ID  1999.84.1