Finale 1940

"Finale" (1940) by Karl Wiener (1901-1949) is a haunting drawing that depicts a skeletal hand reaching towards a city in the distance. The image is rendered in a minimalist style with a focus on the stark lines and shapes. Wiener, known for his surrealist and symbolic works, likely created this piece as a reflection of the world's turmoil during World War II. The skeletal hand evokes a sense of decay and loss, while the distant city suggests a sense of hope and the potential for renewal. "Finale" is a powerful and thought-provoking work that reflects the anxieties of its time.