Conversation (Unterhaltung) 1919

"Conversation (Unterhaltung)" is a woodcut print created by Erich Heckel in 1919. The artwork, executed in a style typical of German Expressionism, features a woman reclining with her head resting on her arm. The simplified forms and angular lines, characteristic of Heckel's work, convey a sense of emotional intensity and introspection. Heckel, a founding member of the Die Brücke artist group, is known for his use of bold colors, expressive brushstrokes, and simplified forms. The woodcut print captures the essence of a private moment, the woman's quiet contemplation evoking feelings of loneliness and vulnerability.