Zerfallenes Haus 1906

"Zerfallenes Haus" (Collapsed House) is a 1906 painting by German Expressionist artist Max Pechstein. The artwork captures a dilapidated house with a crumbling roof and a ladder leaning against its side. This painting is characteristic of Pechstein's style, known for its bold brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and evocative use of light and shadow, which capture the raw beauty and decay of the subject. The work reflects the artist's fascination with the everyday world and his interest in exploring the darker, less romanticized aspects of human existence.