Erika
1916
Lovis Corinth captured his daughter Erika in this lively 1916 portrait, using thick, energetic brushstrokes that practically vibrate with movement. Her wide, innocent blue eyes and rosy cheeks stand out against the swirling, messy background, while a faint, ghostly profile of another figure lurks in the upper left corner. Painted during the chaos of World War I, this piece shows how German Expressionism favored raw emotion and quick impressions over polished perfection. It feels less like a formal portrait and more like a loving father catching a fleeting, candid moment of his child's life.
- Technique
- Oil painting
- Material
- Canvas
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