Landing 1918

"Landing" is a 1918 drawing by Alexander Soldenhoff, currently held in the Städel Museum. The work depicts a group of figures engaged in a dynamic scene, likely a boat landing. Soldenhoff’s simplified lines and expressive brushstrokes create a sense of movement and energy, characteristic of the Expressionist style. The artist’s interest in capturing the essence of human experience is evident in the emotional intensity conveyed in the figures’ postures and gestures. This powerful and evocative drawing exemplifies the artist's exploration of the human condition in a time of great social and political upheaval.