Laughing Girl
1883
Although Lovis Corinth is a key figure in German Expressionism, this 1883 piece captures his earlier, more realistic training in Munich. A young girl with dark, choppy bangs beams with a wide, toothy smile, her face glowing warmly against a deep, shadowy background. Her white, off-the-shoulder dress is rendered with loose, energetic brushstrokes that look almost like fluffy clouds, hinting at the bold, textured style he would later embrace. It’s a delightful, sunny snapshot of childhood joy that contrasts with the often intense and dramatic subjects of his later career.
- Technique
- Oil painting