Nude with a Mirror, Standing Before a Washstand
1909
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1909
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch depicts a nude figure standing before a washstand, holding a mirror. The figure is drawn in bold, expressive lines, with a focus on capturing the pose and movement of the body. The washstand and mirror are rendered in simpler lines, with less detail. The sketch is done in black ink on wove paper, with a loose, spontaneous feel. The artist's use of bold lines and minimal shading creates a sense of energy and movement. This sketch is reminiscent of the work of Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig, a German Expressionist artist known for his bold and expressive drawings.