Nude Girl at her Toilette 1912

"Nude Girl at her Toilette" (1912) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner depicts a woman, rendered in charcoal and ink, attending to her appearance in front of a mirror. The figure is depicted in a simplified and expressive style, characteristic of Kirchner's work, which drew inspiration from both Expressionism and Primitivism. The lines are bold and angular, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the subject, while the overall composition is characterized by its boldness and simplicity. This charcoal drawing is a powerful example of Kirchner's distinctive approach to the human figure, conveying a sense of intimacy and vulnerability.