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Self-Portrait
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
A bold and atmospheric Expressionist self-portrait by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, featuring striking angular features and a moody, earthy palette.
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Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
1913 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking German Expressionist portrait characterized by vibrant, unnatural colors and energetic, jagged brushwork.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with softened warm notes — anchors the wall with steady presence.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Painted in 1913, this work by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner exemplifies the Brücke style with its raw emotional intensity and bold palette. The subject is depicted with angular features and contrasting hues of green and deep red, capturing a moment of modern contemplation through the artist's signature lens of expressive distortion.
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