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Galeria Henze

Galeria Henze

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The image shows sharp, angular shapes and bold, jagged lines creating an abstract scene. In the foreground, there is a central form resembling a figure with elongated limbs. To the left, there is an abstract shape resembling an animal. The background is filled with vertical lines resembling a forest of tall trees or a textured wall. The composition is rendered in stark black and white, enhancing the abstraction and contrast of the shapes within.
Erich Heckel, Hockender (Crouching Figure), 1907, woodcut on heavy blue-gray laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1987.66.1

Hockender (Crouching Figure)

Erich Heckel · 1907 · woodcut on heavy blue-gray laid paper ·  Accession ID  1987.66.1

The image shows a street scene with an architectural structure dominating the view. The horizon is unclear, and the structure's sharp lines and edges reach the top of the artwork. The drawing is done in a loose, gestural style with charcoal strokes outlining the building and figures. The color palette is monochromatic, using black on creamy paper. Figures are depicted walking or standing on a pathway, while the building's details are minimal, suggesting windows and rooflines. Other elements in the scene are abstracted for interpretation.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Houses in Dresden with People Strolling, 1909, crayon on buff wove paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.670

Houses in Dresden with People Strolling

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner · 1909 · crayon on buff wove paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.670

The image shows a woman sitting with her head slightly tilted, hands intertwined on her lap. She has large eyes, slightly downturned lips, and wavy hair. She is wearing a dress with short sleeves and a pleated neckline, along with a beaded necklace. The background is textured, with visible lines and shading.
Bernhard Kretzschmar, Meine Frau (My Wife), 1920, drypoint, etching and open bite on heavy wove cream paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.338

Meine Frau (My Wife)

Bernhard Kretzschmar · 1920 · drypoint, etching and open bite on heavy wove cream paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.338

This is a drawing of abstract figures and forms. The image is dominated by dark, sweeping lines and large areas of black and grey shading. In the center, there is a form suggesting a reclining figure or object, with curved lines indicating contours and movement. Surrounding this form are additional abstract elements that could be interpreted as background shapes or details. Bold, gestural strokes contribute to a vibrant, energetic scene with a sense of spontaneity.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Siesta, 1911-1912, lithograph printed in black, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.735

Siesta

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner · 1911-1912 · lithograph printed in black ·  Accession ID  2012.92.735

This abstract composition features intersecting lines and shapes that suggest human figures and a carriage. Vertical lines may represent standing figures, some with hat-like shapes. Circular forms in the center resemble wheels, surrounded by clustered lines conveying texture and movement. The artwork evokes a busy street scene with people and a carriage, blending linear and curved motifs with familiar elements.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Couple in Front of a Carriage, 1914, etching, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.714

Couple in Front of a Carriage

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner · 1914 · etching ·  Accession ID  2012.92.714

The image features sweeping curved lines and angular shapes that form an abstract composition. The forms suggest boats or ships with smokestacks, appearing to navigate through a river or canal. The background shows arched structures resembling tunnels or bridges. The overall design may evoke the activity of industrial urban waterways.
Bernhard Kretzschmar, Dampfer (Steamer), 1920, drypoint, etching and open bite on wove cream paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.337

Dampfer (Steamer)

Bernhard Kretzschmar · 1920 · drypoint, etching and open bite on wove cream paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.337

This image is a minimalist, linear illustration featuring three nude female figures. The woman to the right is in a semi-reclined position, leaning on her left arm. Her face shows closed eyes and neutral lips, with short styled hair. The middle woman is also reclined, with bent legs and her face turned towards the viewer. The third woman on the left appears seated or lying on her side, facing towards the center. All the figures have simple facial features and hair, suggesting relaxed postures. There are no clothes, jewelry, or objects depicted, and the background is a blank, pale gray or off-white.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Dodo and an Older Woman Reclining before a Mirror, 1909, pen and black ink on heavy gray-green paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1989.75.1

Dodo and an Older Woman Reclining before a Mirror

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner · 1909 · pen and black ink on heavy gray-green paper ·  Accession ID  1989.75.1

The image displays an intricate array of vertical and diagonal lines forming an abstract depiction of a narrow street or alleyway with towering structures on either side. The lines convey the texture and form of buildings, with vertical strokes indicating walls or facades and diagonal and curved lines suggesting rooftops and shadows. The composition creates depth and perspective akin to an urban canyon or clustered cityscape, connecting architectural forms with light and space.
Heinrich Tischler, Houses, 1907-1938, drypoint on laid cream paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.486

Houses

Heinrich Tischler · 1907-1938 · drypoint on laid cream paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.486

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Bernhard Jäger · 1973 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2002.98.39