“At the Forest Edge” is an artwork created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner between 1935 and 1936. This masterpiece, belonging to the Expressionism art movement, is composed in oil on canvas and measures 50 by 50 centimeters. The artwork represents a landscape genre, characterized by vibrant and emotive depictions.
The artwork portrays a vivid scene at the edge of a forest. Tall, slender trees are prominent, their vertical forms painted in striking hues. The trunks of the trees are rendered in rich, warm tones of red and orange, contrasted by patches of snow in white, which emphasize the winter setting. A striking element is the use of bold, unnatural colors, particularly the bright pink areas, which adds an element of abstraction and intensity. The background consists of deep greens and blues, representing the dense forest, enhancing the contrast with the more flamboyant foreground. The brushstrokes are confident and dynamic, a hallmark of Kirchner’s expressive style, contributing to the overall dramatic and energetic feel of the composition.
