Hope

1946

Hans Orlowski

Associated Names
Hans Orlowski

Artist, German, 1894 - 1967

The artwork features a person in the foreground, facing slightly to the side with their gaze upwards. They have distinct facial features, flowing hair, and are dressed in a garment with long sleeves. A scarf or shawl is around their neck, blowing to the left. One hand rests on a pile of bricks, with a bird perched nearby. The bricks form a structure with a relief or mask-like figure carved into one stone. The background is textured with shadowed, swirling lines.
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Associated Artworks

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The image shows the upper body and face of a person in a front-facing position. The person has their left hand raised to their forehead, as if holding a cloth or head covering that drapes over their head and shoulders. The facial features are defined, with deep-set eyes, a prominent nose, and a closed mouth. There is intricate line work for texture and depth. The person's hair is obscured by the cloth. They are wearing a garment like a robe or shawl that complements the draped fabric. There are no visible jewelry or objects held by the person. The background is monochromatic, with a signature in the bottom right corner.

The Lookout

Hans Orlowski

1946

Zehn Holzschnitte (Ten Woodcuts)

Hans Orlowski

1946

This is a drawing of two birds in a natural setting. The image shows two birds facing each other, detailed with a pattern resembling feathers. Behind them is a portion of a tree, suggesting a natural habitat. The technique used gives the appearance of a woodblock print, emphasizing lines and texture for depth and shadow, creating a bold monochromatic contrast. The style resembles a traditional engraving or woodcut technique, giving the artwork a classic and timeless feel.

Bird and Serpent

Hans Orlowski

1946

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Christopher and Beverly With, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 2012.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q76561190

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