Going Under (from the series A Life) 1884

"Going Under" (1884) is an etching by German artist Max Klinger, part of his series "A Life". The artwork depicts a man's head emerging from the water, his face contorted in fear and desperation. The dark, turbulent water and stormy sky create a sense of unease and impending doom. This piece is a striking example of Klinger's symbolic and expressive style, exploring themes of mortality and the human struggle against fate. The etching's intricate detail and dramatic composition showcase Klinger's mastery of the medium, capturing the raw emotion of the subject. "Going Under" is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.