Erna Bathing in a Tub
1914
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1914
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a woman sitting in a tub, her body turned sideways. Her face is blurred, and her hair is messy. The colors are bright but smudged, with quick strokes of yellow, pink, and green. The background looks like a rough wall with a window. The artist used loose lines and splashes of color, almost like scribbles. The paper shows through in some spots, making it feel unfinished. Next, check out Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig for more of his bold, expressive style.