Susanna in the Bath
1914
Lovis Corinth was absolutely obsessed with the biblical story of Susanna, returning to this dramatic scene of voyeurism and blackmail over and over again throughout his career. Here, we see the moment the two elders corner the bathing Susanna, their rough, scratchy lines conveying a sense of chaotic menace rather than classical beauty. Created in 1914, this piece reflects Corinth's shift toward Expressionism after a devastating stroke left him with a trembling hand, turning his art from realistic to raw and emotional. It’s a gritty, intense take on a classic tale of harassment, proving that early 20th-century artists could be just as edgy as the old masters they referenced.
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