Female Rider (1931 – 1932) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Female Rider - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner - 1931 - 1932

Artwork Information

TitleFemale Rider
ArtistErnst Ludwig Kirchner
Date1931 - 1932
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions200 x 150 cm
Art MovementCubism

About Female Rider

“Female Rider” is an oil painting on canvas created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner between 1931 and 1932. The artwork, which belongs to the Cubism movement, measures 200 by 150 cm. It falls under the genre painting category.

The artwork, titled “Female Rider,” showcases a female figure seated on a horse, rendered in a stylized and abstract manner characteristic of Cubism. The female rider is depicted with simplified forms and flat areas of color, resulting in a composition that emphasizes geometric shapes and bold lines. The horse, also depicted in an abstract style, complements the rider by mirroring the same aesthetic approach. The background features a blend of vibrant hues, contributing a lively and dynamic quality to the scene. Kirchner’s attention to form, coupled with the use of vivid colors, evokes a sense of vitality and movement within the artwork. The overall composition is a testament to Kirchner’s skillful integration of form and color, embodying the essence of Cubism while capturing a moment of equestrian elegance.

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