Straßenszene, nach dem Regen 1914

"Straßenszene, nach dem Regen" (Street Scene, After the Rain) is a 1914 woodcut by German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. This bold and dramatic artwork depicts three figures, their bodies and faces rendered in angular, simplified forms, reminiscent of Kirchner's distinct style. The use of stark black and white contrasts emphasizes the harshness and urbanity of the scene, reflecting the artist's interest in capturing the modernity and alienation of city life. The jagged lines and powerful forms create a sense of dynamism and energy, characteristic of Expressionism, while the subject matter reflects the artist's fascination with the urban landscape and the human condition.