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Acrobat on a Horse (Voltigeuse zu Pferd)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

National Gallery of Art

The image displays dynamic and erratic lines forming an intricate pattern suggesting movement. The shapes appear to merge a horse and a human figure, intertwining to create fluidity. The human form leans over the horse with outstretched limbs. In the background, linear shapes hint at spectators or an audience. The composition blends familiar elements into a stylized scene challenging traditional representations.

Artwork Details

Date
1913
Medium
drypoint on blotting paper
Dimensions
6545 × 5521 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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