The Trial (Der Prozess)

1952

Hermann Naumann

Associated Names
Hermann Naumann
Artist, German, born 1930
Reclam Verlag
Publisher
The artwork titled "The Trial (Der Prozess)" features abstract, angular shapes and lines. At the center, a figure sits on a throne-like structure, with an eye symbol above. In front, another figure stands. The composition uses strong contrasts and shading to create depth.
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The artwork features abstract, elongated figures with exaggerated limbs and angular shapes. The central figure is seated, with legs stretching diagonally across the image. Another figure, standing to the left, leans forward, while a smaller figure is in the background. The scene is rendered in monochrome, with strong contrasts and textured lines that suggest a brick wall and a wheel-like object in the background.

Untitled

Hermann Naumann, Reclam Verlag
1956
The artwork is a black and white graphic illustration, depicting three figures in a room. The central figure, seated, has elongated limbs and is looking up at another figure wearing a hat, who is gesturing with one hand raised. A third figure stands to the right, observing. The setting includes a wheel-like object in the upper left corner. The style uses heavy lines and shading to create depth and texture. The image is framed by text above and below, featuring the names "Hermann Naumann" and "Franz Kafka," with additional German text and the word "Reclam" at the bottom.

Grafik zu Franz Kafka

Hermann Naumann, Franz Kafka, Reclam Verlag
1985
The artwork features an abstract scene with a central figure extending long arms downward, surrounded by a dotted and textured background. Stars and question marks are present. Below, there are three figures, one sitting and two standing, resembling characters with helmets and patterned clothing.

Untitled

Hermann Naumann, Reclam Verlag
1952

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Ingrid Rose, Washington, DC; Gift to NGA, 2014

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: 68/100; lower right in graphite: [undeciphered] 1952

Wikidata ID

Q77007976

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