The artwork, titled “Reclining Female Nude,” was created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1931. This piece, rendered in oil on canvas, measures 150 x 90 centimeters and exemplifies the Cubism and Expressionism art movements. Aptly categorized in the genre of nude paintings (nu), it embodies Kirchner’s distinct stylistic approach.
In the artwork, a female figure reclines in a pose characterized by simplified and expressive lines. The portrayal exudes an abstract quality, highlighted by the use of bold and curvilinear outlines that define the contours of the body. The background features a mixture of soft, muted colors juxtaposed with the vibrant hues accenting the figure’s form. Every detail, from the vivid red lips to the stylized hair and geometric body posture, is meticulously crafted to blend the emotional depth of expressionism with the fragmented perspective of cubism. The subtle yet evocative color palette enhances the conceptual and aesthetic depth of the painting, making it a poignant representation of Kirchner’s artistic vision.