183 - G. ERLER (1871–1951), A caricature by a portrait painter, Watercolor

G. ERLER (1871–1951), A caricature by a portrait painter, Watercolor Georg Erler (1871–1951): Caricature of a portrait and animal painter, 20th century, Watercolor Technique: Watercolor and pen drawing on cardboard, mounted on paper Date: 20th century Description: A humorous depiction of a painter working en plein air with an easel under a characteristic parasol. A farmer’s wife poses in front of him with a cow. The animal’s bewildered expression brings a smile to our faces, as does the question of who is serving as the model here. Will it be an animal painting, a portrait, or a double portrait? Keywords: caricature, satire, Alps, painter, artist, cow, farmer, farmer’s wife, 20th century, Art Nouveau, Caricature, Germany, Size: Cardboard: 20.4 cm x 21.0 cm (8 x 8.3 in) Condition: Very good condition. The upper right corner of the sheet is creased. Slight soiling at the top left.