The artwork titled “Dodo with a Japanese Umbrella” was created by the artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1909. This piece is associated with the Expressionism and Japonism art movements. It is a portrait with dimensions measuring 38 cm in height and 32.5 cm in width. The artwork is currently held in a private collection.
The image in question depicts a figure, presumably a woman referred to as Dodo, holding a Japanese style umbrella. The composition is characterized by bright colors and bold, expressive lines, which are typical features of the Expressionist movement. The incorporation of Japonism is evident in the use of the umbrella and certain style elements that suggest inspiration from Japanese art. The portrait emphasizes raw emotional intensity and a sense of immediacy, which are hallmarks of Kirchner’s work and the broader Expressionist movement that sought to depict emotional experience over physical reality. The color palette is vivid with a dominance of oranges, blues, and greens, and the forms appear somewhat abstracted. The figure seems to be seated and the umbrella acts as a significant backdrop to the composition, adding to the visual impact of the artwork.