Königstein with Red Church (1916) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Königstein with Red Church - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner - 1916

Artwork Information

TitleKönigstein with Red Church
ArtistErnst Ludwig Kirchner
Date1916
Art MovementExpressionism

About Königstein with Red Church

The artwork titled “Königstein with Red Church” was painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1916. This piece is a prime example of the Expressionism movement and falls under the cityscape genre.

The artwork portrays a vibrant and dynamic cityscape dominated by a red church with a distinctively tall steeple. The scene is rendered in bold, vivid colors, combining greens, blues, and yellows in an almost abstract manner typical of the Expressionist style. This use of color and brushwork creates a lively and somewhat abstract depiction of the town. The buildings and foliage, although recognizable, are distorted with exaggerated forms and hues that enhance the emotional impact of the scene. The presence of several figures adds a sense of movement and life to the composition, indicating the human element within the urban environment. The overall effect is one of lively, expressive energy, capturing not just a physical location but the emotional essence of the scene.

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