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Munich - Schloss Nymphenburg

c. 1930

Willy Scholz

Associated Names

Willy Scholz

Artist, German, 1899 - 1965

The image shows a grand building dominating the horizon, with a detailed tree on the left, partially framing the structure. The tree stands tall against the sky, while fine linework adds texture and depth to both the tree and the building. The color scheme is monochromatic, using shades of black, white, and gray to create contrast and emphasize intricate details.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching and aquatint on wove paper
Credit Line

Ruth and Jacob Kainen Memorial Acquisition Fund
Dimensions

plate: 31.6 × 30.6 cm (12 7/16 × 12 1/16 in.)
sheet: 40.6 × 30.3 cm (16 × 11 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

2020.38.1

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: 7; lower right in graphite: W. Scholz; lower right corner in graphite, by later hand: P582.2