Artwork
Girl on a Divan
Girl on a Divan is an unspecified painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Girl on a Divan is a 1906 painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a key figure in the Die Brücke movement, a group of German expressionist artists.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a reclining figure in a domestic interior, wearing a dark dress and hat, with a blurred face. The subject's relaxed pose conveys a sense of intimacy and vulnerability.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and a vivid color palette, featuring pink, yellow, and orange hues in the background. These elements contribute to a dynamic, emotionally intense atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Kirchner's career was marked by significant challenges, including a wartime breakdown and later persecution by the Nazi regime, which condemned his art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (6 May 1880 – 15 June 1938) was a German expressionist painter and printmaker.
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