Nacht c. 1923

"Nacht" (c. 1923) by Karl Wiener (1901-1949) is a stark black and white drawing that depicts a street corner at night. The viewer's perspective is from above, looking down at a small space enclosed by buildings, the walls of which are drawn with short, cross-hatched lines. A single street lamp illuminates the space, casting a warm yellow glow against the deep shadows of the night. The dark sky above is dotted with tiny stars. Wiener’s evocative use of light and shadow creates a sense of mystery and solitude, emphasizing the stark reality of an urban environment.