217 - E. STEPPES (1873-1968), Tree study, 1920, Pen drawing

E. STEPPES (1873-1968), Tree study, 1920, Pen drawing Edmund Steppes (1873 Burghausen - 1968 Deggendorf): Tree study, 1920, Pen drawing Technique: Watercolored Pen drawing on Paper Watermark: Figures (Human): Lion with sword and lily | Date: | watermarks online reference: 1466 Inscription: Lower right signed: "Edm. St.". Lower right dated: "23.8.1920". Date: 1920 Description: The artwork shows a filigree drawing of ferns that extend elegantly across the picture surface. The delicate lines and hatching convey the fine structures of the sheet and stems. The composition is loose and airy, emphasising the natural grace of the plants. The lines vary in intensity, which lends the depiction a certain dynamism. A signature and a date can be recognised at the bottom of the picture, indicating the artist's personal touch. The lighting conditions are even, allowing the details of the drawing to stand out clearly. The background is kept simple in order to focus on the plant elements. Provenance: From the estate of the artist. Keywords: Nature; Trees; Study; Growth direction; Naturalness; 20th century; Realism; Botany; Germany; Size: Paper: 19,6 cm x 14,5 cm (7,7 x 5,7 in) Condition: Good condition. Partly untrimmed along the edges. Slightly rubbed in the corners. The watercolouring of the background is slightly stained.