Peter Schlemihl’s Remarkable Story by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Peter Schlemihl's Remarkable Story - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner -

Artwork Information

TitlePeter Schlemihl's Remarkable Story
ArtistErnst Ludwig Kirchner
Art MovementExpressionism

About Peter Schlemihl's Remarkable Story

The artwork, titled “Peter Schlemihl’s Remarkable Story,” is an illustration created by the artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, associated with the Expressionism art movement. The genre of the artwork is illustrative, capturing the essence of a narrative or story through its visual representation.

The illustration features a central text structure, with the title “Peter Schlemihl’s wundersame Geschichte” prominently displayed in bold, stylized letters. Surrounding the text are abstract and fragmented human faces rendered in a vibrant palette of red, white, and blue. The faces appear expressive and dynamic, embodying the emotional intensity characteristic of Expressionism. The composition of the artwork is complex and layered, with a mixture of geometric shapes and organic forms that create a sense of movement and energy. The artist’s name, “E L Kirchner,” is visible in the lower right-hand corner, adding a personal signature to the piece. Kirchner’s use of bold colors and striking contrasts effectively draws attention to the central theme of the story, creating a visually compelling narrative illustration.

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