Yellow Village Church, 3 (Gelbe Dorfkirche, 3)

1931

Lyonel Feininger

Associated Names
Lyonel Feininger

Artist, American, 1871 - 1956

The image consists of geometric shapes and lines, creating an arrangement of rectangles and triangles that intersect and overlap. The composition evokes a village or buildings, with sharp angles and linear patterns suggesting roofs and walls. Some blocks resemble architectural features such as windows and towers, adding to a sense of familiarity. The heavy use of lines and blocks in varying densities creates depth and structure in the scene.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut in black on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.1.63

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Prasse 1972, no. W270

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1972

  • Prasse, Leona E. Lyonel Feininger: A Definitive Catlogue of His Graphic Work. Ohio: Cleveland Museum of Art, 1972, no. W270.

Wikidata ID

Q65080882

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