Bildnis Dr. Gr. 1919

Walter Gramatté’s 1919 woodcut *Bildnis Dr. Gr.* is a powerful portrait of a man in deep thought. Created in a bold, expressive style, the work uses strong lines and dark shading to convey the subject’s emotional state, drawing attention to his furrowed brow and clasped hands. Gramatté’s use of deep shadows and stark contrasts echoes the Expressionist movement, a style prominent in early 20th-century German art. The piece reveals Gramatté’s mastery of woodcut technique, employing a limited palette of blacks and grays to create a haunting and captivating portrait.