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Couple in Front of a Carriage

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

National Gallery of Art

This abstract composition features intersecting lines and shapes that suggest human figures and a carriage. Vertical lines may represent standing figures, some with hat-like shapes. Circular forms in the center resemble wheels, surrounded by clustered lines conveying texture and movement. The artwork evokes a busy street scene with people and a carriage, blending linear and curved motifs with familiar elements.

Artwork Details

Date
1914
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3612 × 4344 px
Public Domain
Yes
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