Who painted Painter and Model?

Painter and Model was painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1910.

Where can I see Painter and Model?

Painter and Model is held by Hamburger Kunsthalle.

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Artwork

Painter and Model

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner , 1910

Painter and Model is an oil painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.

About this work

Overview

Painter and Model is a 1910 oil painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a key figure in the development of early 20th-century Expressionism.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two figures in a room: one standing in a striped robe, holding a white object, and another seated in a white dress. Both figures engage directly with the viewer, creating a sense of confrontation or connection.

Technique & Style

The work features bold, vibrant colors, with red walls and a green floor, characteristic of Kirchner's expressive style. The use of oil paint allows for rich, textured brushstrokes, contributing to the overall emotional intensity of the scene.

History & Provenance

Created in 1910, Painter and Model is part of the Hamburger Kunsthalle collection. It exemplifies Kirchner's involvement with Die Brücke, an influential artists group that shaped the Expressionist movement.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (6 May 1880 – 15 June 1938) was a German expressionist painter and printmaker.

Museum

Hamburger Kunsthalle

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