Woman Descending the Staircase (Frau die Treppe herabgehend)

Gerhard Richter

Created:
Movement:
1965
Pop Art
key Notes:
Blurred motion, Photorealism
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Dimensions:
198 × 128 cm (79 × 51 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

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Woman Descending the Staircase (Frau die Treppe herabgehend) by Gerhard Richter

Gerhard Richter, a prominent figure in contemporary art, created "Woman Descending the Staircase (Frau die Treppe herabgehend)" in 1965 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Richter's exploration of the blurred boundaries between photography and painting, a recurring theme in his oeuvre. The painting reflects his interest in the movement and abstraction, reminiscent of Marcel Duchamp's "Nude Descending a Staircase, No. 2," yet distinct in its execution and conceptual approach. Richter's innovative techniques and diverse styles have significantly influenced the trajectory of modern art, positioning him as a pivotal artist of the 20th and 21st centuries. His ability to oscillate between realism and abstraction challenges traditional perceptions of art, making his work a subject of extensive academic study and admiration. This painting, like many of Richter's works, invites viewers to reconsider the nature of representation and perception in visual art.

Description of the work:

Woman Descending the Staircase (Frau die Treppe herabgehend) by Gerhard Richter

Created in 1965, Gerhard Richter's "Woman Descending the Staircase" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies his early photo-painting style, characterized by a blurred, photographic realism. The artwork depicts a woman in motion, descending a staircase, and is part of Richter's exploration of the interplay between photography and painting.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Woman Descending the Staircase (Frau die Treppe herabgehend)