Kasperltheater 1907

"Kasperltheater" is a woodcut by Austrian artist Hans Kalmsteiner, created in 1907. The artwork, which is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York, depicts two figures in a simplified, almost childlike style. The figure on the left, holding a camera, is likely a puppeteer, while the figure on the right, seated, might be a puppet. The bright colors and geometric patterns create a sense of playful whimsy, characteristic of Kalmsteiner's style. This artwork is a delightful example of the artist's use of woodcut to capture everyday scenes in a charming and expressive manner.