313 - K. WOLF (1901–1993), Forest Path, 1924, Watercolor

K. WOLF (1901–1993), Forest Path, 1924, Watercolor Karl Wolf (1901 Munich – 1993): Forest Path, 1924, Watercolor Technique: Watercolor on paper Catalogue Raisonné: , 004-A-1924-13 Inscription: Signed lower right: "KW." Inscribed on the reverse in the artist’s hand: "Burglauer 1924 | 33 x 23 h." Date: 1924 Description: The painting depicts a dense, green forest with tall, slender trees whose trunks are rendered in various shades of brown. The treetops form a dense canopy through which soft light filters, casting bright spots on the forest floor. The viewer’s gaze is drawn through the vertical lines of the trees into the depths of the forest, creating a strong sense of spatial depth. The composition is dynamic, with curved lines that capture the natural irregularity of the forest. There are no figures or animals, which draws attention to the calm, almost meditative atmosphere of nature. Provenance: From the artist’s estate. Source: Burglauer Cycle | Series by the artist, Landscape Literature: Wolf, Monika: Karl Wolf (1901–1993). Catalog Raisonné; Watercolors, Pastels, Drawings, Illustrations, Oil; 2006. Cat. Rais. No.: 004-A-1924-13. Keywords: Forest; Nature; Trees; Forest; Trees; Nature; Light; Spatial depth; Silence; Leaf canopy; Vertical lines; Green; Brown; Landscape; Meditation; Quietness; Forest floor; Patches of light; 20th century; Modern; Landscape; Germany; Size: Paper: 35.0 cm x 24.9 cm (13.8 x 9.8 in) Condition: Very good condition. Well-preserved for its age. Slight color fading at the tips of the page corners. The paper has discolored slightly due to its age.