Artwork

Waldlandschaft mit Bach

Waldlandschaft mit Bach, by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, oil, 1925
Waldlandschaft mit Bach, by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, oil, 1925

Waldlandschaft mit Bach is an oil painting by the German Expressionist artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Waldlandschaft mit Bach is a 1925 oil painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, a key figure in the development of 20th-century Expressionism.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a forest landscape with a stream, featuring tall trees and bushes in the foreground. The scene is characterized by vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes, creating a dynamic and immersive atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Kirchner's use of bold, contrasting colors and loose brushwork gives the painting a sense of energy and depth. The trees are rendered in shades of green, blue, and purple, set against a deep blue background.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the collection at Kunsthaus Zürich. Kirchner, a founding member of the Die Brücke artists' group, created the work in 1925.

Forest near Bagsværd Lake
Forest near Bagsværd Lake, Unknown

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

Artist

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

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

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Waldlandschaft mit Bach?

Waldlandschaft mit Bach was painted by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1925.

Where can I see Waldlandschaft mit Bach?

Waldlandschaft mit Bach is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Waldlandschaft mit Bach?

Waldlandschaft mit Bach is associated with German Expressionism.