Blonder Maler Stirner 1919

"Blonder Maler Stirner" (1919) is a woodcut portrait by German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. This striking artwork showcases Kirchner's signature style, utilizing bold lines and geometric forms to depict the subject's features. The fragmented, angular lines accentuate the figure's emotional intensity and create a sense of unease. The stark contrast of black and white, accented by a touch of red, emphasizes the subject's isolation. Kirchner's woodcuts, often portraying individuals in urban settings, captured the anxieties of modern life in Germany during the early 20th century.