The artwork titled “Nudes in a Meadow” was created by the artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner around the year 1929. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece is an exemplar of the Expressionism art movement. Measuring 73 x 81 cm, it falls within the genre of nude painting (nu). Currently, the artwork resides in the Bündner Kunstmuseum located in Chur, Switzerland.
The artwork depicts three nude figures situated in a meadow. The figures are rendered in a distinctive Expressionist style, characterized by strong, dynamic forms and bold coloration. The figures appear to be in motion or engaged in some form of interaction, endowed with an abstract and somewhat distorted anatomy, typical of Kirchner’s approach to the human form. The background consists of dark, brooding tones which contrast sharply with the lighter hues of the figures, creating a striking visual effect. The overall composition conveys a sense of spontaneity and raw emotion, hallmarks of the Expressionist movement.