Artist: Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Style: Expressionism
Topic: Portraits Food Men Famous People
Date: 1914
Size: 119 x 89 cm
Museum: Germanisches Nationalmuseum (Nuremberg, Germany)
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At Wikioo.org, we are proud to present The Drinker (self-portrait) by renowned German artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. This powerful painting, created in 1914, showcases the artist's unique Expressionist style and offers a glimpse into his emotional state during a challenging period of his life.
Artist: Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938) was a prominent German Expressionist painter and printmaker. He co-founded the artist group Die Brücke or "The Bridge," which aimed to reconnect art with elemental experience and emotion. Throughout his career, Kirchner explored themes of urban life, nature, and self-reflection in his work.
Title: The Drinker (self-portrait)
The Drinker is a powerful self-portrait that reflects the artist's emotional state during a turbulent time. Kirchner painted this masterpiece while living in Berlin, before being sent to Halle. The painting conveys his despair about his situation, which later turned into horror.
Size and Style: 119 x 89 cm, Expressionism
Measuring 119 x 89 cm, this oil on canvas painting is a prime example of Kirchner's Expressionist style. The artist used bold colors, distorted forms, and exaggerated features to convey his emotions and create a sense of unease.
Location: Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
The Drinker (self-portrait) is currently housed at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg, Germany. This prestigious museum showcases a wide range of art and cultural objects from various periods, making it an ideal destination for art lovers.
Image Description
The painting features Kirchner seated at a table with a glass in front of him, depicting himself as a solitary figure. The bold colors, distorted forms, and exaggerated facial features convey the artist's emotional turmoil. The background is sparse, focusing attention on the central figure.
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