The artwork, titled “Dodo Head on Pillow,” was created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1906. This piece belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of portraiture. The artwork measures 9.9 x 18 cm.
“Dodo Head on Pillow” is a striking example of Expressionism, characterized by bold, abstract forms and a strong use of contrast. The image features a stylized depiction of a head resting on a pillow, with exaggerated lines and sharp angles. The face is rendered with a focus on capturing emotion rather than realistic details, embodying the Expressionist ethos of conveying deeper psychological states. The composition is dense with black and white contrasts, creating a dynamic visual impact that draws the viewer’s gaze.