Titelblatt, from the series "Radierte Skizzen" 1870 - 1920

"Titelblatt" (Title Page), from the series "Radierte Skizzen" (Erased Sketches), is an etching by German artist Max Klinger, created between 1870 and 1920. The print, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a nude woman standing in a shallow body of water, her back turned to the viewer, with her arms outstretched towards the sky. She is illuminated by the crescent moon, while a crocodile lurks beneath the surface, representing the dangers lurking in the unknown. The print, a striking example of Symbolism, is a testament to Klinger's mastery of etching and his ability to create powerful and evocative imagery.