Sketchbook (1946) by Hans Bellmer

Sketchbook - Hans Bellmer - 1946

Artwork Information

TitleSketchbook
ArtistHans Bellmer
Date1946

About Sketchbook

The artwork titled “Sketchbook” by the artist Hans Bellmer, created in 1946, falls under the genre of sketch and study.

The artwork presents a surreal and intricate depiction, rendered with a fine pencil line on a grid-patterned paper. The composition features an enigmatic, abstract form that appears to meld the anatomical structure of a human with organic, sinewy shapes and textures. The figure, stretching across the canvas, exudes a dynamic sense of movement, its limbs extended in various directions. The meticulous detailing and the flow of curvilinear lines evoke a sense of fluidity and transformation, characteristic of Bellmer’s exploration of the human form and psychological themes. The use of grid lines suggests a meticulous study and deep reflection on the proportions and connections of the elements within the work.

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