The artwork, titled “Cocotte on the Road,” was created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1915. It belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls within the genre of genre painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 34 x 23.5 cm.
The artwork showcases a vivid and dynamic scene characterized by bold, contrasting colors and strong, expressive brushstrokes typical of the Expressionist style. The central figure, presumed to be the “Cocotte,” dons a red hat and vivid attire, standing out prominently against a background of stylized architectural forms and abstract shapes. The application of color and form in the piece conveys a sense of movement and emotional intensity, resonating with the core principles of the Expressionist movement. The use of yellow, blue, and green hues alongside the dominant red accentuates the dramatic and evocative nature of the work, inviting viewers to delve into the emotive and somewhat enigmatic world Kirchner has depicted.
