Self-portrait (1915) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Self-portrait - Ernst Ludwig Kirchner - 1915

Artwork Information

TitleSelf-portrait
ArtistErnst Ludwig Kirchner
Date1915
Art MovementExpressionism

About Self-portrait

The artwork titled “Self-portrait” is a piece created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1915. This work is part of the Expressionism art movement and belongs to the genre of self-portraiture.

The artwork features a stark, linear depiction of the artist’s own visage. Using bold, angular lines and a highly stylized approach, Kirchner captures the essence of emotion over realistic representation. The drawn lines vary in thickness and intensity, contributing to the dramatic effect characteristic of the Expressionist movement. The gaze of the figure is direct, confronting the viewer with an intense, almost haunting expression. The linear quality and fragmented forms highlight the inner turmoil and psychological depth common in Expressionist works.

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