The Storm (Sturm)

1897

Käthe Kollwitz

Associated Names
Käthe Kollwitz

Artist, German, 1867 - 1945

This is a drawing of a group gathered at a gate. The image depicts a multitude of figures reaching towards and interacting with a large, ornate gate that appears to be closed. The gate is intricately designed ironwork with decorations. The setting seems to be in an urban environment, suggested by the cobblestone ground and stone pillars flanking the gate. The figures appear to be engaged and moving forward. The scene reflects movement and intensity, captured through detailed cross-hatching and linework.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and emery stone pencil

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5308

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Klipstein 1955, no. 33, State iic/vb

  • Series Title

    A Weavers' Revolt: pl.5 [Klipstein 1955 32-37]

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1955

  • Klipstein, August. The Graphic Work of Kathe Kollwitz. New York: Galerie St. Etienne, 1955.

2002

  • Knesebeck, Alexandra von dem. Käthe Kollwitz. Werkverzeichnis der Graphik. 2 vols. Bern: Kornfeld, 2002.

Wikidata ID

Q65022872

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