Portrait of Israel Ber Neumann 1914

"Portrait of Israel Ber Neumann" (1914) is a powerful etching by German Expressionist artist Ludwig Meidner. The work features a close-up portrait of Neumann, rendered in sharp, angular lines that accentuate the subject’s features and capture the intensity of his expression. Meidner’s use of bold, contrasting lines and the exaggerated proportions of the face create a sense of drama and emotional depth. The etching reflects Meidner’s early work, characterized by a bold, expressive style that often depicted themes of anxiety and alienation.