Illustration to Novalis, "Heinrich von Ofterdingen"
imrereiner
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
# print
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etching
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personal sketchbook
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This wood engraving by Hungarian artist Imre Reiner is an illustration to Novalis’s novel "Heinrich von Ofterdingen", which follows the titular character's journey of self-discovery and artistic awakening. The artwork features two scenes: a moonlit, cloud-filled sky and a building with a woman standing in its doorway. The use of detailed hatching and crosshatching creates a sense of depth and atmospheric quality. This piece, created in the 20th century, showcases Reiner's ability to capture the evocative and romantic spirit of Novalis's work through the medium of wood engraving.
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