Forest Witch, Paul Klee Poster

Forest Witch (Wald-Hexen), was painted by Klee in 1938, This dramatic, abstract, post-war painting is arguably one of the most stunning of his later career. The thick, black lines on a background of sombre olive green and vibrant red and orange intersect, gradually revealing the image of two forest witches. This combination of mournful and bright colours is typical of much of Paul Klee's work, but is perhaps more profound here, in this painting created so close to his death, where his despair and optimism can be felt simultaneously.