Amselfluh 1922

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's *Amselfluh* (1922) is a vibrant and expressive work of German Expressionism. The painting captures the raw energy of nature with bold strokes and a dynamic use of color. Angular shapes and an intense color palette convey the artist's emotional response to the landscape. The figure in the foreground, dwarfed by the massive mountains, suggests the insignificance of humanity in the face of nature's power. Kirchner's work often explored themes of alienation and isolation, and *Amselfluh* exemplifies these themes through its stark composition and evocative use of color.