White horse performance act 1909

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's "White Horse Performance Act" (1909) is a prime example of German Expressionism. The painting depicts a group of white horses, likely part of a circus performance, with a person standing to their left and a crowd suggested in the background. Kirchner's style is characterized by bold colors, distorted figures, and strong brushstrokes, all contributing to the painting's dynamic and emotive quality. The scene is rendered in a heightened, almost theatrical manner, reflecting the artist's fascination with urban life and the modern world. This work embodies the expressive power of color and the artist's ability to convey emotion through form.