Tod und Künstler (Death and the Artist) Possibly 1921 - 1922

"Tod und Künstler" (Death and the Artist), created by Lovis Corinth in 1921-1922, is a powerful etching and drypoint that depicts the artist confronting his own mortality. The image shows Corinth, his face etched with age and weariness, with a skull looming over him, a stark reminder of the inevitability of death. Corinth's hand, holding a drawing implement, rests on a piece of paper, suggesting his continued dedication to art even in the face of mortality. This self-portrait is a powerful testament to the human condition, exploring themes of life, death, and the enduring power of art.