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Kirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938) was a German expressionist artist known for his bold and vibrant works

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: American Girls, 1911 (litho)

American Girls, 1911 (litho)
8833417 American Girls, 1911 (litho) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 33.5x39 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Bathers at the Lake, c.1907 (w/c over pencil on paper)

Bathers at the Lake, c.1907 (w/c over pencil on paper)
8833736 Bathers at the Lake, c.1907 (w/c over pencil on paper) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 26.8x34.2 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Brandenburg Gate, 1929 (oil on canvas)

Brandenburg Gate, 1929 (oil on canvas)
8832997 Brandenburg Gate, 1929 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 121x149.5 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Cyclamen, 1918-19 (colour woodcut)

Cyclamen, 1918-19 (colour woodcut)
8833328 Cyclamen, 1918-19 (colour woodcut) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 55.1x40.9 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Archers, c.1935 (pen & chalk on brown paper)

Archers, c.1935 (pen & chalk on brown paper)
8833429 Archers, c.1935 (pen & chalk on brown paper) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 27.8x43.7 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main, Germany; (add.info.: By Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Pirouetting Dancer, c.1931-32 (w/c and brush in black over pencil on smooth vellum cardboard)

Pirouetting Dancer, c.1931-32 (w/c and brush in black over pencil on smooth vellum cardboard)
8832797 Pirouetting Dancer, c.1931-32 (w/c and brush in black over pencil on smooth vellum cardboard) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 51.5x36 cm; Stadel Museum, Frankfurt am Main

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Reclining Nude, 1912 (gouache on paper)

Reclining Nude, 1912 (gouache on paper)
NUL117382 Reclining Nude, 1912 (gouache on paper) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 42.5x34 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner)

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Stelle della strada, 1912 (ink & aquarel on paper)

Stelle della strada, 1912 (ink & aquarel on paper)
868303 Stelle della strada, 1912 (ink & aquarel on paper) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome, Lazio, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Artillerymen in the Shower, 1915 (oil on canvas)

Artillerymen in the Shower, 1915 (oil on canvas)
7316232 Artillerymen in the Shower, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 140x150.5 cm; Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo, Norway; (add.info.: by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938))

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: The Nurse, 1917-18 (oil on canvas)

The Nurse, 1917-18 (oil on canvas)
7316231 The Nurse, 1917-18 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 80.5x70 cm; Nasjonalmuseet, Oslo, Norway; (add.info.: by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938))

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: A Woman in a Birch Wood

A Woman in a Birch Wood
IND54283 A Woman in a Birch Wood by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca

Background imageKirchner Ernst Ludwig 1880 1938 Collection: Erna Bathing in a Tub, 1913-14 (pen, ink, wash and crayon on paper)

Erna Bathing in a Tub, 1913-14 (pen, ink, wash and crayon on paper)
7083845 Erna Bathing in a Tub, 1913-14 (pen, ink, wash and crayon on paper) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 52.4x36.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; German, out of copyright



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Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938) was a German expressionist artist known for his bold and vibrant works. His diverse range of subjects, from street scenes to portraits, reveal his unique perspective on the world. In "Stelle della strada" (1912), Kirchner captures the energy and chaos of urban life through ink and watercolor. The dynamic lines and vivid colors bring the bustling streets to life. "Artillerymen in the Shower" (1915) depicts a scene of vulnerability amidst war. With oil on canvas, Kirchner portrays soldiers cleansing themselves after battle, highlighting their humanity amidst destruction. "The Nurse" (1917-18) showcases Kirchner's ability to convey emotion through paint. This oil on canvas piece captures the tenderness and compassion of a nurse caring for her patient with delicate brushstrokes. In "The Loam Pit, " Kirchner explores nature as he paints an idyllic landscape with rich earthy tones. The textured brushwork adds depth to this captivating oil on canvas composition. "A Woman in a Birch Wood" presents an ethereal image where nature intertwines with femininity. Through subtle hues and soft lines, Kirchner creates a dreamlike atmosphere that invites contemplation. Kirchner's versatility is evident in "Erna Bathing in a Tub" (1913-14). Using pen, ink, wash, and crayon on paper, he skillfully renders Erna's figure with expressive strokes that capture movement and form. With "Patient" (1920 or 1922), we witness Kirchner's mastery of portraiture. This oil on canvas piece showcases his ability to convey both physical features and inner emotions through meticulous detail. In "Portrait of the painter Otto Mueller, " painted in 1915 by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner himself.