Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Ernst Ludwig Kirchner: A German expressionist painter, printmaker, and sculptor. He was a founding member of the artist group "Die Brücke" (The Bridge), which played a pivotal role in the development of Expressionism in early 20th-century art. His work is characterized by vivid colors, emotional intensity, and often depicts urban scenes, portraits, and landscapes.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The museum is hosting a major exhibition featuring Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.
    • Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's painting "Street, Berlin" is a powerful example of his style.
    • We studied the influence of Ernst Ludwig Kirchner on modern art.
Advanced Usage
  • "in the style of Kirchner": Describing artwork that exhibits characteristics similar to those of Kirchner, such as bold colors and distorted forms.
    • Her latest series is very much in the style of Kirchner.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kirchnerian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Ernst Ludwig Kirchner or his artistic style.

    • The gallery described the piece as having a Kirchnerian use of color.
  • Die Brücke (n): The German Expressionist artist group co-founded by Kirchner in 1905.

Synonyms
  • Expressionist painter: A broader category to which Kirchner belongs.
  • Modernist artist: A term describing artists working in the early 20th century who broke from traditional forms.
Related Phrases
  • A Kirchner: Can be used informally to refer to a work of art by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.
    • The auction house sold a Kirchner for a record price.
Noun
  1. German expressionist painter (1880-1938)