Female Artist 1910

"Female Artist" (1910) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner is a striking example of German Expressionism, a movement that emphasized emotional expression over realistic representation. The painting, now housed in the Brücke Museum in Berlin, depicts a woman in a bold striped dress, seated in a chair with a cat at her feet. Kirchner's signature bold lines and vibrant colors contribute to the painting's powerful emotional impact, capturing a sense of both solitude and defiance. The woman's pose and the presence of bottles suggest a moment of reflection or introspection, hinting at the artist's exploration of modern life and its complexities.