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Two Bathers near the Woods

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

1910

graphite

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Early Modern Nude

Dominant colour

Two Bathers near the Woods is a 1910 graphite by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
When & what style?: 1910
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts two women, one standing and one seated, in a natural setting. The standing figure is positioned on the left side of the image, while the seated figure is on the right. Both women are nude, with their bodies rendered in loose, expressive brushstrokes. The background of the painting features a subtle blend of greens and yellows, evoking a sense of foliage and sunlight. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the two figures seemingly lost in thought. This painting is a fine example of the work of artist Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig.