Peter Schlemihls wundersame Geschichte: Der Verkauf des Schattens (Peter Schlemihl's Wondrous Story: The Sale of His Shadow)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, 1915

The image contains strong angular lines and a mix of geometric and organic shapes, forming an abstract composition. In the center, deep purple and black shapes resemble a figure draped in a cloak. Surrounding this central shape are sharp, fragmented lines and patterns in red and black. A red circular form is positioned above the purple shape, resembling an umbrella. The composition hints at an outdoor scene with stylized foliage and figures.
Kunstenaar
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Datering
1915
Soort
Prent
Techniek
color woodcut printed from two blocks on medium thick wove paper
Afmetingen
32,2 × 22,1 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image contains strong angular lines and a mix of geometric and organic shapes, forming an abstract composition. In the center, deep purple and black shapes resemble a figure draped in a cloak. Surrounding this central shape are sharp, fragmented lines and patterns in red and black. A red circular form is positioned above the purple shape, resembling an umbrella. The composition hints at an outdoor scene with stylized foliage and figures.

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner