Who painted Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger)?

Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger) was painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1918.

Where can I see Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger)?

Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger)?

Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner , 1918

Dr. Ludwig Binswanger (Kopf Dr. Ludwig Binswanger) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Dr.

About this work

Overview

Dr. Ludwig Binswanger is a 1918 woodcut on wove paper by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a German expressionist artist and founding member of Die Brücke.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Dr. Ludwig Binswanger, a psychiatrist known for his work in existential psychology. The subject's tense expression, with large staring eyes and open mouth, conveys a sense of emotional intensity.

Technique & Style

The woodcut technique, characterized by bold lines and flat shading, contributes to the image's expressive quality. The artist's use of sharp angles and crisscross patterns creates a dynamic, textured effect.

History & Provenance

Kirchner's work was later condemned as 'degenerate' by the Nazis, marking a significant challenge in his career. The print's creation in 1918 situates it within the context of Kirchner's involvement with Die Brücke and the development of Expressionism.