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Standing Nude in a Room

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a standing figure in an abstract setting. The figure is depicted with angular and bold lines, appearing to lean forward while holding a drapery. The figure is simplified with minimal detailing, using black ink on a blank canvas to define shapes. The background consists of abstract patterns, possibly indicating an indoor setting. The composition emphasizes expressive linework and a sense of movement, reminiscent of early 20th-century expressionist styles.

Artwork Details

Date
1921
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
5719 × 6667 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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