Girl on a Couch (Madchen auf dem Kanapee) 1921 - 1922

Otto Mueller’s “Girl on a Couch (Madchen auf dem Kanapee)” (1921-1922) is a lithograph in black and white. The image features a woman lying on a couch, with only her head, upper torso, and legs visible. The figure is depicted in a stylized, expressive manner, with bold lines and strong contrasts between light and dark areas. Mueller’s work is characterized by its use of expressive lines, bold colors, and simplified forms, which are hallmarks of German Expressionism. The artist’s bold lines and dark background enhance the sense of melancholy and isolation. The subject matter is depicted in a way that is both alluring and unsettling, suggesting a sense of vulnerability and longing.