The Warped Beam c. 1935 - 1943

"The Warped Beam" is a 1935-1943 etching by American artist Edward Hagedorn. The black and white print depicts an abstract geometric composition featuring two thick, vertical beams, each supporting an arching beam that bends downward. The beams appear to be placed against a landscape with a mountainous horizon. A flock of birds flies above the abstract construction. This work is representative of Hagedorn's geometric style, which often incorporates lines and planes in order to create a sense of depth and structure.