Die Nacht 1942

"Die Nacht" (The Night) is a 1942 pencil drawing by Karl Wiener, a German artist who lived from 1901 to 1949. The drawing depicts a simple interior scene, focusing on a single bed in the center of a bare room. The starkness of the composition and the limited use of shading evoke a sense of isolation and solitude, potentially reflecting the artist's own experiences during World War II. The minimalist style and focus on interior space suggest a connection to the burgeoning "Neue Sachlichkeit" (New Objectivity) movement in Germany, though Wiener's work often explored more personal themes.