Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
Heiliger Franziskus [St Francis]
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About this artwork
The mask-like face of the saint expresses a forceful, charismatic presence. The powerful form is influenced by tribal masks and medieval woodcuts.
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title:Heiliger Franziskus [St Francis]
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accession number:GMA 2708
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artist:Karl Schmidt-RottluffGerman (1884 - 1976)
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materials:Woodcut on paper
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date created:1919
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measurements:59.70 x 49.40 cm (paper 78.70 x 62.00 cm)
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credit line:Purchased 1982
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copyright:© DACS 2017.
