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Girl on a Divan, by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, unspecified, 1906

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Girl on a Divan is a 1906 unspecified by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a Die Brücke work, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
When & what style?
1906 · Die Brücke
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a girl reclining on a divan, with her body facing the viewer. She's wearing a dark dress and a hat, and her face is blurred. The background is a mix of pink, yellow, and orange hues. The girl's pose is relaxed, with her head tilted back and her arms stretched out to the sides. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. The overall effect is one of intimacy and vulnerability. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.

About the artist

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Artist

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (6 May 1880 – 15 June 1938) was a German expressionist painter and printmaker.

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