235 - K. WOLF (1901–1993), Female Nude 2, Academy Model, 1926, Charcoal

K. WOLF (1901–1993), Female Nude 2, Academy Model, 1926, Charcoal Karl Wolf (1901, Munich – 1993): Female Nude 2, Academy Model, 1926, Charcoal Technique: Charcoal on paper Catalog Raisonné: , 670-1926 Inscription: Signed upper left: “CW.” Dated upper left: “30 1 26.” Date: 1926 Description: A delicate study of a female nude on paper. The strong contrast and the focused, soft lighting convey grace and eroticism in equal measure, causing the drawing to glow from within. Provenance: From the artist’s estate. Literature: Wolf, Monika: Karl Wolf (1901–1993). Catalog Raisonné; Watercolors, Pastels, Drawings, Illustrations, Oil Paintings; 2006. Cat. Rais. No.: 670-1926. Keywords: Eroticism, Female Nude, Academy, Body, Light, 20th century, Modern, Eroticism, Germany, Size: Paper: 45.6 cm x 59.4 cm (18 x 23.4 in) Condition: Good condition. Restored marginal tears along the upper edge of the sheet. Longer marginal tear in the upper center as well as in the upper left. The corners of the sheet are damaged by bumps and creases. The upper corners are torn off. Folded over along the lower edge of the sheet on all sides; the paper surface is broken.