Self-Portrait with Cat

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Created:
Movement:
1910
Expressionism
key Notes:
Expressionist Introspection
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Dimensions:
24 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (61.6 x 48.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Self-Portrait with Cat," created in 1920 by German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, reflects the artist's exploration of identity and emotional states through vivid color and dynamic brushwork. The painting is notable for its intimate portrayal of the artist alongside a domestic cat, symbolizing both companionship and the complexities of solitude, and it exemplifies Kirchner's distinctive style that merges psychological depth with expressive form.

Description of the work:

"Self-Portrait with Cat," painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1922, features the artist's expressive use of color and bold brushwork, characteristic of the German Expressionist movement. The composition presents Kirchner in a vibrant palette, with a prominent cat positioned in the foreground, emphasizing the emotional intensity and psychological depth inherent in his self-representation.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Self-Portrait with Cat