Portrait of a Woman in an Armchair
1912
Kirchner's scratchy, energetic lines bring this 1912 portrait to life with the nervous energy typical of German Expressionism. The woman, sporting a chic bob and a beaded necklace, sits in profile while shadowy figures in hats loom in the background, suggesting a busy café or social scene. It feels less like a formal pose and more like a fleeting moment captured in graphite, showing how Kirchner prioritized raw emotion over realistic perfection. As a founder of Die Brücke, he often sought to capture the modern urban experience, and this sketch perfectly encapsulates that restless vibe.
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