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The image features a young girl from the head to about the knees, standing in front of a brick wall. She has her hands in the pockets of her coat, with a neutral expression, long hair partially covered by a dark hat or hood, styled with large bows. The girl is wearing a dark, long coat with the collar up. A wooden door is slightly visible in the background, and an arm of a person is seen wearing a similar coat, indicating a cold environment.
Lewis Wickes Hine, Mery Horn, a hunchback condition aggravated by the heavy load of papers she carried. Hartford, Connecticut, March 1909, March 1909, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Harry H. Lunn, Jr., through Graphics International Ltd., 1977), 2015.19.4164

Mery Horn, a hunchback condition aggravated by the heavy load of papers she carried. Hartford, Connecticut, March 1909

Lewis Wickes Hine · March 1909 · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4164

The image features vertical and horizontal lines, angular shapes like columns and rectangles, soft hues, and a minimalistic style. The scene appears to depict pillars, a partial wall or frame, and a thin arched line with round forms above.
Kevin MacDonald, 8th Grade Dance, 1975, colored pencil on off-white wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, with funds provided by the Women's Committee of the Corcoran Gallery of Art, 1976), 2015.19.2599

8th Grade Dance

Kevin MacDonald · 1975 · colored pencil on off-white wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2599

This image features a composition of elongated and distorted figures with exaggerated facial features, depicted with bold outlines and contour lines. The central figures resemble sailors or men in uniform with caps. In the background, a smaller scale figure walks toward the viewer along a curved pathway. The figures' oversized and expressive eyes draw attention and create a sense of animation. The surrounding environment includes abstract representations of buildings with arched windows, giving a sense of a street setting. Small details like the dog at the foot of one of the characters connect this abstract artwork to familiar urban scenes.
Bernhard Kretzschmar, Seminaristen, 1921, etching and aquatint in black on wove paper, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.300

Seminaristen

Bernhard Kretzschmar · 1921 · etching and aquatint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.98.300

The image shows broad curves creating organic shapes on either side, intersected by a field of small, dotted marks scattered across the central part of the canvas. The upper portion features undulating lines like flowing water or gentle waves, while the shapes on each side might resemble rocky cliffs or shoreline features. The textured background and layered colors create a sense of movement and depth.
Milton Avery, Birds and Sea, 1955, color woodcut on wove paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2005.99.1

Birds and Sea

Milton Avery · 1955 · color woodcut on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.99.1

The image depicts two figures from the shoulders up, both facing slightly towards the right edge, with one in the foreground and the other partially obscured in the background. The figure in the foreground has distinct facial features prominently outlined, with wide eyes and a large smile, and straight hair cascading down. The figure behind also has outlined facial features with closed eyes and straight hair. They appear to be wearing loose-fitting garments with flowing lines, with no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background is stylized with abstract shapes and curved lines that fill the space. The entire composition is rendered in a monochromatic color scheme of black on a yellow surface.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Fehmarn Girls, 1913, woodcut in black on yellow paper, Ruth and Jacob Kainen Collection, Gift in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.156.2

Fehmarn Girls

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner · 1913 · woodcut in black on yellow paper ·  Accession ID  1991.156.2

The image shows a water tank structure dominating the scene. The tank is centrally placed and seen from a slightly below angle. The supporting frames are accentuated, and the horizon line is not easily visible. A building is on the right, and a receding wall is on the left. The highly detailed technique uses linear brushstrokes to render the texture and shadow of the water tower and surrounding architecture. The black-and-white color palette relies on shading and light and shadow play for depth and form. A lone figure walks on a path with puddles of water reflecting light patterns in the foreground.
Louis Lozowick, Tanks #3, 1930, lithograph in black on wove paper, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.150

Tanks #3

Louis Lozowick · 1930 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2002.98.150

The image displays a close-up view of a person's face. The head is tilted slightly to the side, positioned in an upright manner. The person has large eyes, a sharp nose, and well-defined lips. The hair is black, thick, and neatly combed with a side parting. There are no visible clothing details or accessories. The background is plain.
Walt Kuhn, Head with Black Hair, c. 1925, drypoint in black on wove paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2005.99.20

Head with Black Hair

Walt Kuhn · c. 1925 · drypoint in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2005.99.20

The image shows sharp, angular shapes and intersecting lines forming an abstract figure. The center suggests a person with elements resembling a face, arms, and legs. Various patterns embellish the shapes, evoking intricate detailing found in carved linoleum prints. The composition is dynamic, resembling a figure mid-dance or in motion.
Otto Dix, Apotheosa, 1919, woodcut in black on laid paper, Gift of Jacob Kainen, 2002.98.272

Apotheosa

Otto Dix · 1919 · woodcut in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2002.98.272

The image depicts a woman seated with her arms crossed over her lap, turned slightly to her left. She has short, dark hair, distinct facial features, and a neutral expression. She appears unclothed, outlined with thick black lines against a beige background with black patterns. Another figure is partially visible to her right in an abstract, sketchy style. The composition includes orange and black hues, abstract elements, and a textured background.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Two Women (Zwei Frauen), 1914, lithograph, printed in black and pale orange inks, on wove paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.143

Two Women (Zwei Frauen)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner · 1914 · lithograph, printed in black and pale orange inks, on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.143

The image depicts the upper body of a person reclining in a horizontally laid-back pose. The individual's head is resting on something, with soft facial features and dark hair loosely styled around their head. The person appears unclothed, with bare skin visible. The background includes abstract forms and shapes resembling foliage or soft fabric patterns. There are no visible jewelry or objects held by the person. The composition uses a palette of subtle gray tones to create a serene atmosphere.
Arthur B. Davies, Frank A. Nankivell, Torment, 1919/1920 (published 1929), softground etching with aquatint in black on laid paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2005.99.8

Torment

Arthur B. Davies, Frank A. Nankivell · 1919/1920 (published 1929) · softground etching with aquatint in black on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2005.99.8