Reiterin vor einem gestürzten Pferd 1928

"Reiterin vor einem gestürzten Pferd" (Rider Before a Fallen Horse) is a 1928 drawing by the German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. The artwork depicts a rider standing over a fallen horse in an expressive and dynamic style characteristic of Kirchner's work. The gestural lines and fragmented forms convey a sense of energy and movement, reflecting the anxieties of the time. Kirchner’s artistic style was heavily influenced by German Expressionism, which emphasized emotional intensity and subjective experience. The artwork captures the emotional intensity and dramatic impact of the scene, highlighting the artist's signature style through bold lines and angular forms.