Selbstbildnis, holzschneidend 1921

"Selbstbildnis, holzschneidend" (Self-Portrait, Woodcutting) is a 1921 woodcut by German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. The self-portrait depicts the artist in a contemplative pose, focused on his work while holding a carving tool. The bold black and white lines and angular forms of the woodcut are characteristic of Kirchner's style, which was influenced by primitive art and the movement of Expressionism. The stark contrasts and emotional intensity of the image convey the artist's internal struggles and anxieties. This self-portrait is a compelling and powerful example of Kirchner's artistic expression.