Chapric and Murka 1922

Adolf Dehn made this drawing called Chapric and Murka in 1932, probably using ink on paper. Look at how Dehn uses these looping lines to create the bodies of the two women in this image. I love that he doesn’t get bogged down in detail; it's all about flow and movement. The ink is really fluid, creating these bold contrasts between light and shadow. Notice the way the ink pools and bleeds in certain areas, like around the chair, giving the whole thing a sense of depth and texture. It feels like Dehn wasn't afraid to let the ink do its thing, embracing the unpredictable nature of the medium. Those squiggly lines that make up the woman’s hair on the right are just perfect, suggesting volume and texture with a few simple gestures. It makes me think of a cross between Matisse and George Grosz and also reminds me that art's just a big conversation across time. It's about trying things out, pushing boundaries, and not being afraid to make a mess.