Naked girl Behind the Curtain (Franzi) (1910 – 1926) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Naked girl Behind the Curtain (Franzi) - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner - 1910 - 1926

Artwork Information

TitleNaked girl Behind the Curtain (Franzi)
ArtistErnst Ludwig Kirchner
Date1910 - 1926
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationStedelijk Museum, Amsterdam, Netherlands

About Naked girl Behind the Curtain (Franzi)

The artwork titled “Naked Girl Behind the Curtain (Franzi)” was created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner between the years 1910 and 1926. This piece is a part of the Expressionism movement and falls under the genre of nude painting (nu). Presently, it is housed in the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The artwork presents a striking and vibrant depiction of a nude figure set against a colorful and dynamic background. Kirchner employs bold lines and a vivid palette of reds, greens, and yellows to frame the subject, who stands in a relaxed and contemplative pose, partially concealed behind a curtain. This piece is characteristic of the Expressionist style, conveying emotional depth through the use of exaggerated forms and strong contrasts. The surrounding environment, rendered with abstract elements, adds to the intensity and emotional resonance of the figure’s portrayal.

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