Portrait of Otto Mueller

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Created:
Movement:
1915
Expressionism
key Notes:
Expressionist intensity, Bold color contrasts
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Dimensions:
Image/block: 27.3 × 54.6 cm (10 3/4 × 21 1/2 in.); Sheet: 30.2 × 55 cm (11 15/16 × 21 11/16 in.)
medium:
Color woodcut with charcoal on cream wove paper
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Portrait of Otto Mueller by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a prominent figure in the German Expressionist movement, created the "Portrait of Otto Mueller" in 1915 using a combination of color woodcut and charcoal on cream wove paper. This work exemplifies Kirchner's innovative approach to printmaking, blending traditional techniques with modernist aesthetics. The portrait captures fellow artist Otto Mueller, a member of the influential group Die Brücke, which Kirchner co-founded in 1905. This group sought to bridge the past and present through expressive forms and vibrant colors, significantly impacting early 20th-century art. Kirchner's work is noted for its emotional intensity and dynamic compositions, reflecting the turbulent socio-political climate of the time. The "Portrait of Otto Mueller" stands as a testament to Kirchner's skill in conveying psychological depth and his pivotal role in the evolution of modern art.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of Otto Mueller" by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, created in 1915, is a color woodcut with charcoal on cream wove paper, exemplifying the bold and expressive style characteristic of the German Expressionist movement. The artwork captures the likeness of fellow artist Otto Mueller, reflecting Kirchner's dynamic use of line and color to convey emotional intensity.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Portrait of Otto Mueller