Auf der Flucht verstorben 1942 - 1948

"Auf der Flucht verstorben" (Died in Flight) is a stark and poignant pencil drawing by Karl Wiener, created between 1942 and 1948. The artwork depicts a stylized, geometric landscape with a figure holding a knife standing over a fallen soldier. The background features a city with a tall tower, suggesting a sense of urban life and perhaps a conflict. The angular and simplified forms and lines are characteristic of Wiener's unique style, known for its use of geometric shapes and emphasis on linework. This drawing is a powerful testament to the artist's personal experiences during wartime, reflecting themes of loss, violence, and the fragility of life.