Who painted Goats and Clouds?

Goats and Clouds was painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1919.

Where can I see Goats and Clouds?

Goats and Clouds is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

Goats and Clouds

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner , 1919

Goats and Clouds is an ink print by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Goats and Clouds is an etching created by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1919. It exemplifies his work as a printmaker and his association with the Expressionist movement.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts two goats beneath a tree, set against a sky with undulating clouds. The simple, expressive rendering of the goats conveys a sense of vitality, while the swirling clouds add to the overall emotional intensity of the scene.

Technique & Style

Kirchner employed the etching technique, allowing ink to fill the plate's grooves and produce dark lines on a light background. This method yields a drawing that is both spontaneous and precise, characteristic of his expressive style.