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Dancers and Performers (Page from a Sketchbook)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1911

graphite

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern Abstract Writing

Dominant colour

Dancers and Performers (Page from a Sketchbook) is a 1911 graphite by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, depicting Writing, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
When & what style?: 1911
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows abstract lines and shapes, like leaves or wings, drawn in graphite on paper. These shapes seem to move and flow into each other, giving a sense of energy. The lines are thick and thin, arranged in a spontaneous way. This style is similar to other expressive works, and to learn more, look up the technique of sfumato.