Hällucinationen (Hallucinations) 1920

Heinrich Hoerle's "Hällucinationen (Hallucinations)" from 1920 depicts a distorted figure in a state of distress, possibly experiencing a nightmare. The figure is rendered in a simplified, almost skeletal form, reminiscent of the style of Expressionism. The abstract shapes, geometric lines, and contorted forms contribute to the sense of disorientation and unease that permeates the work, reflecting the anxieties of the post-war period. The work is a powerful example of Hoerle's unique artistic vision, which explored the psychological depths of human experience.