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)