Who painted The Blond Painter Stirner?

The Blond Painter Stirner was painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1919.

Where can I see The Blond Painter Stirner?

The Blond Painter Stirner is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

The Blond Painter Stirner

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner , 1919

The Blond Painter Stirner 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

The Blond Painter Stirner is a 1919 print by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a key figure in the development of Expressionism. Created using a color woodcut with monotype wiping on Japan paper, it showcases Kirchner's innovative technique.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man's head and shoulders, characterized by a long face, mustache, and distinctive hair. The subject's blue eyes and dark attire are set against a dark background with a curved line above his head, suggesting a contemplative or introspective mood.

Technique & Style

Kirchner employed a woodcut technique, combining bold lines and flat areas of color with monotype wiping to add texture. This approach reflects his involvement with Expressionism's bold and emotionally charged visual language.

History & Provenance

The Blond Painter Stirner was created in 1919 by Kirchner, a founding member of the artists' group Die Brücke. The work exemplifies his contribution to early 20th-century Expressionism.

Artist & collection

Artist

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

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

Museum

National Gallery of Art

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