Shakespeare/Sommernachtstraum

1964

Imre Reiner

Associated Names
Imre Reiner

Artist, Swiss, 1900 - 1987

The image displays thin, elongated lines forming abstract figures beneath a spherical shape. The central figure bends and stretches with a spindly grace, while the figures seem to be connected in a whimsical dance. Elements of the figures could suggest human forms or marionettes, with joints and limbs appearing unnaturally extended or angled. The composition offers a whimsical scene, invoking images of puppets or stylized performers under the glow of a celestial orb.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1211

  • Series Title

    Theater - Zehn Radierungen [1980.45.1210-1219]

Associated Artworks

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The image displays intersecting lines that form abstract figures resembling two human-like forms. The lines create contours hinting at facial features and limbs, with some areas filled with hatching. Small patches of textured gray areas add depth and contrast. Text is integrated into the image on either side.

Shakespeare/Sommernachtstraum

Imre Reiner

1964

The image shows a page with text in a serif typeface on a light background. The text includes "Imre Reiner Theater Zehn Radierungen," "Shakespeare · Sommernachtstraum," "Euripides · Medea," and "Von Kleist · Marionettentheater."

Theater - Zehn Radierungen

Imre Reiner

1964

The image features irregular and dynamic lines forming an abstract composition. In the center, there is a large face with sharp, angular features resembling a lion, with a mane composed of jagged lines reaching upward. To the right, an abstract figure with a triangular body, outstretched arms, and small triangular feet is present. Additionally, there are two smaller, boxy faces with beards within rectangular shapes at the base of the composition. The textured background has a stippled or grainy effect, contrasting with the bold outlines.

Shakespeare/Sommernachtstraum

Imre Reiner

1964

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65570729

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