Railway in Dresden (1908 – 1909) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Railway in Dresden - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner - 1908 - 1909

Artwork Information

TitleRailway in Dresden
ArtistErnst Ludwig Kirchner
Date1908 - 1909
Mediumchalk
Dimensions31.8 x 44.7 cm
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Railway in Dresden

“Railway in Dresden” is an artwork created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner between 1908 and 1909. Rendered in chalk, this piece employs the aesthetic principles of the Expressionism movement. The landscape, measuring 31.8 by 44.7 cm, is part of a private collection and captures a vivid portrayal of its subject matter through bold and dynamic lines.

In the artwork, one can discern an abstract and somewhat fragmented depiction of railway structures, typical of Kirchner’s expressive style. With minimalistic yet forceful chalk strokes, the imagery evokes a sense of movement and fluidity, characteristic of the bustling atmosphere of a railway. The forms are simplified but convey a powerful sense of geometry and perspective, illustrating Kirchner’s prowess in embracing and manipulating form to express emotional and visual intensity. The placement of lines and the directional flow suggest the urban chaos and rhythmic dynamism of early 20th-century transportation, rendered in a raw and immediate manner.

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