Printmaking titled "Femme travaillant" by Käthe Kollwitz, Original Artwork, Engraving

Femme travaillant (1910) Printmaking by Käthe Kollwitz

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Original Artwork Printmaking, Engraving on Paper

Artworks classification

Original Artwork

Original Artwork refers to any work that is considered authentic and not a copy or imitation of the original works of an artist. Original artwork can be any type of painting, sculpture, performance, or other media. There are many types of original media. Mixed media includes oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings. For workshop paintings that bear evidence of master craftsmanship, this attribution must be further qualified. While they may be less valuable for different reasons, reproductions and copies have had a tremendous impact on our experience. They reach a greater audience than originals and act as a tonic against commodification. Original Artwork could also refer to the first work, which is always preceding all others. It could also refer to a prototype or a model from which other works can be made. Each work bears great similarities to the original.
Dimensions Height 12.4in, Width 9.3in
Framing This artwork is not framed
Categories Figurative Portrait

Striking and moving depiction of a woman at work. In this print, Kollwitz captures the daily reality of women's work. The woman is depicted engaging in a laborious task, probably related to domestic activity or manual labor. His facial expression shows both concentration and fatigue, testifying to the effort put into his labor.

The meticulous details of the engraving highlight the woman's gestures and postures. The lines and shapes bring to life his movements and his interaction with his work environment. Contrasts between dark and light areas emphasize the texture and depth of the scene.

This engraving exudes a feeling of honesty and respect towards the work of women. It highlights their often invisible contribution to society and highlights the realities of the female condition in the world of work.

“Working Woman” is a depiction that evokes both the strength and vulnerability of women engaged in laborious tasks. It pays tribute to their perseverance and determination in the face of daily difficulties.

By capturing the dignity and effort of the working woman, Käthe Kollwitz highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing women's work, as well as the inequalities and challenges they may face.

About this artwork: Classification, Techniques & Styles

Engraving

Engraving technique consisting of incising or digging a matrix using a tool. After inking, it is printed on paper or another medium.

Figurative

Figurative and colorful painting having taken the liberty of including all forms of art without border of cultural genre and geographic origin, without hierarchy of values between high and subculture.

Technic Printmaking

Printmaking was originally used to communicate. Exceptional technical characteristics make it a valuable artistic medium. The artist creates an image on a flat surface to make a print. To create an original print, the artist inks the surface and presses it onto paper. Printmaking is the process of printing artworks Usually on paper but also fabric, wood, metal and other surfaces. ... Except for monotyping, all printing processes can produce identical multiples from the same artwork. The works thus produced are called prints or "impressions".

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Artist represented by Artmajeur Editions

Käthe Kollwitz

Germany

Käthe Kollwitz était une artiste allemande, née le 8 juillet 1867 à Königsberg (aujourd'hui Kaliningrad, en Russie) et décédée le 22 avril 1945 à Moritzburg, près de Dresde. Elle est principalement connue[...]

Kollwitz a étudié à l'École des arts de Berlin, où elle a été formée à la gravure et au dessin. Son style artistique est profondément influencé par les problèmes sociaux et politiques de son époque, en particulier les conditions de vie difficiles des classes ouvrières et les conséquences de la Première Guerre mondiale.

Son œuvre est empreinte d'un profond engagement social et politique. Elle représente souvent des scènes de la vie quotidienne des travailleurs, des femmes et des enfants, exprimant leur souffrance et leur lutte pour la justice sociale. Ses gravures, réalisées avec une grande maîtrise technique, dégagent une puissante émotion et une empathie profonde pour ses sujets.

En plus de la gravure, Käthe Kollwitz a également exploré la sculpture, créant des œuvres en bronze et en pierre. Ses sculptures sont souvent des représentations réalistes de figures humaines, mettant en avant la dignité et la résilience des individus face à l'adversité.

La vie de Kollwitz a été marquée par des tragédies personnelles, notamment la perte de son fils unique pendant la Première Guerre mondiale. Cette expérience a profondément influencé son travail, ajoutant une dimension personnelle et intime à son engagement politique.

Au cours de sa carrière, Käthe Kollwitz a reçu de nombreux honneurs et distinctions pour son talent artistique et son engagement social. Elle est devenue la première femme élue à l'Académie des arts de Prusse en 1919.

Aujourd'hui, l'œuvre de Käthe Kollwitz est largement reconnue et appréciée dans le monde entier. Ses gravures et sculptures font partie de nombreuses collections d'art prestigieuses, et son impact en tant qu'artiste engagée continue d'influencer les générations suivantes.