Franz von Stuck

Stuck, Franz Ritter von
German, 1863 - 1928

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The artwork depicts a nude woman lying on her side, occupying the majority of the canvas. Her body is shown in a reclining position with her legs bent at the knees and one arm extended above her head. Her facial features are softly rendered, and her hair is drawn close to her head. The use of shading and highlights accentuates the contours of her body. The background is plain. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner.
Franz von Stuck, Nude Woman Lying on the Ground, 1896, graphite heightened with white gouache on bluish-gray laid paper, Wolfgang Ratjen Collection, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2007.111.166

Nude Woman Lying on the Ground

Franz von Stuck · 1896 · graphite heightened with white gouache on bluish-gray laid paper ·  Accession ID  2007.111.166
The image is a head and shoulders portrait of a woman facing slightly to the right. She has arched eyebrows, a smooth forehead, and a slight smile. Her hair is mostly covered by a headscarf. She is dressed in dark clothing. The background is dark, creating a contrast with her face and upper body. Below the image, the text "MEINE MUTTER" is written. The etching is on light-colored paper with a margin surrounding the central image.
Franz von Stuck, Meine Mutter (My Mother), c.1890, etching on laid paper, Ruth and Jacob Kainen Collection, 1994.87.1

Meine Mutter (My Mother)

Franz von Stuck · c.1890 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1994.87.1
The image shows a view of a body of water with trees along the water's edge. The brushstrokes are dense and textured, creating shadows and light reflecting on the water. The color palette consists of dark, muted tones with blacks and grays. The water reflects the trees and sky, with darker tones in the foreground and lighter tones in the background.
Franz von Stuck, Forellenweiher (Trout Pond), c. 1890, etching and drypoint on laid cream paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.482

Forellenweiher (Trout Pond)

Franz von Stuck · c. 1890 · etching and drypoint on laid cream paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.482
This is a drawing of two figures on horseback engaged in a dynamic interaction. The artwork depicts a horse rearing up in the foreground. The scene is rendered in black and grey shades, with ink or watercolor washes creating a moody atmosphere. A faint figure of another rider on horseback is visible in the background. The central figures appear locked in a confrontation or exchange, with expressive movement and tension. The drawing has a chiaroscuro effect, emphasizing light and shadow contrast. The rough, sketch-like quality of the piece conveys intensity, motion, and immediacy.
Franz von Stuck, The Rivals, brush and black ink over graphite on cardboard, Julius S. Held Collection, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1983.74.18

The Rivals

Franz von Stuck · brush and black ink over graphite on cardboard ·  Accession ID  1983.74.18

Bibliography

1907

  • Ref Number: 32.232.
    T.-B.32.232.