Haus auf der Staffel 1918

"Haus auf der Staffel" (House on the Staffel) is a 1918 oil painting by German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. The painting depicts a red house with a blue roof nestled amidst a forest and mountainous landscape. The colors are vibrant and bold, showcasing Kirchner's signature style. The angular forms and simplified shapes, characteristic of Expressionism, contribute to the painting's emotional intensity and convey a sense of both tranquility and tension. Kirchner often utilized nature as a subject matter, expressing personal emotions and the anxieties of the period through his vivid portrayals of landscapes and the human figure.