Der Kopf der Tänzerin (Mary Wigman) by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Der Kopf der Tänzerin (Mary Wigman) 1926

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drawing, etching

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portrait

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17_20th-century

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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etching

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pencil sketch

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personal sketchbook

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german

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pencil drawing

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sketchbook drawing

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portrait drawing

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pencil work

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watercolour illustration

This etching by German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner depicts Mary Wigman, a prominent German dancer. Completed in 1926, "Der Kopf der Tänzerin (Mary Wigman)" showcases Kirchner's distinctive style, characterized by bold lines and a simplified, expressive form. The simplified features and fragmented lines emphasize the dancer's powerful presence, reflecting Wigman's innovative, expressive dance style. The work is part of the Städel Museum's collection.

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