Still Life 1907

"Still Life" (1907) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner is a vibrant woodcut that exemplifies the artist's bold and expressive style, characteristic of German Expressionism. The artwork features a central tree trunk, rendered in contrasting hues of red and green, set against a backdrop of stylized foliage and a patterned, tile-like ground. The use of bold lines, flat planes of color, and simplified forms convey the artist's emotional response to the subject matter, highlighting the expressive potential of woodcuts. Kirchner's work often explored themes of urban life, isolation, and the complexities of modern society.