Bildnis des Malers Albert Hendschel 

Philipp Winterwerb created this portrait of Albert Hendschel using pencil and charcoal, capturing the artist's likeness in subtle gradations of tone. The composition is carefully structured, with the subject positioned slightly off-center to create a dynamic visual tension. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of Hendschel’s hair and the soft modelling of his features. Winterwerb masterfully uses line and shadow to convey depth and volume, while the limited color palette focuses the viewer’s attention on the interplay of light and form. The portrait destabilizes traditional notions of representation. It is not just a depiction of an individual, but also a meditation on the very act of seeing. The work invites us to consider how visual elements such as line, tone, and composition work together to create meaning and evoke emotion. The act of re-interpretation remains an open field.