The Gate

1912

Lyonel Feininger

Associated Names
Lyonel Feininger

Artist, American, 1871 - 1956

The image consists of vertical and diagonal lines forming an intricate structure resembling a fortified gate. The abstract composition features sharp angles and varying textures, suggesting elements of an ancient cityscape such as towers and archways. Surrounding a central tower-like structure are angular shapes resembling rooftops of buildings. In the background, a large circular shape intersected by radiating lines implies sunlight. Figures and buildings are depicted in simplified forms, emphasizing abstract activity and architectural elements.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and drypoint in black

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Joan A. Lees

  • Dimensions

    plate: 19.9 x 27 cm (7 13/16 x 10 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 42 x 32.2 cm (16 9/16 x 12 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.108.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Prasse 1972, no. E52

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joan A. Lees, Potomac, MD; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1972

  • Prasse, Leona E. Lyonel Feininger: A Definitive Catlogue of His Graphic Work. Ohio: Cleveland Museum of Art, 1972, no. E52.

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: Feininger; lower center in plate: THE GATE; lower right in plate: Wednesdy, Sept. 4, 1912; lower left in graphite: Lyonel Feininger

Wikidata ID

Q76348012

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