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Street Scene by the Barber Shop; Strassenbild vor dem Friseurladen, 1926 (oil on canvas)
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Street Scene by the Barber Shop; Strassenbild vor dem Friseurladen, 1926 (oil on canvas)
1767980 Street Scene by the Barber Shop; Strassenbild vor dem Friseurladen, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 120x100.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Scene by the Barber Shop; Strassenbild vor dem Friseurladen. Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1926. 120 x 100.3cm.); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22872690
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1926 Active Activity Artist German Barber Shop Behaviour Business Busy City Life Commercial Premises Darkness Depressed Depression Despair Despairing Die Brucke Ernest Ludwig Kirchner Ernst Ludwig Kirchner Ernst Ludwig Kirschner Exhausted Exhaustion Expressionism Expressionist Fatigue German Art German Artist German Expressionism German Expressionist Human Role Kirchner Kirschner Ludwig Kirchner Modern Art Negative Concept Neighbourhood Nocturnal Outer Garment Overcoat Pavement Pedestrian Physical Activity Shop Front Shopfront Sidewalk Sleepy Somnolance Somnolence Store Store Front Streetscene Temperament Thoroughfare Tired Tired Out Tiredness Unhappy Walker Weary Yellow Headwear Stroll Strolling
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Street Scene by the Barber Shop; Strassenbild vor dem Friseurladen, 1926
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. This oil painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner captures a bustling street scene in early twentieth-century Germany. The artist's use of vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes brings to life the energy and atmosphere of this urban setting. In the foreground, we see a weary woman walking along the sidewalk, her coat draped over her tired shoulders. She is surrounded by men and women going about their daily activities, creating a sense of movement and busyness. The barber shop on the corner stands as a focal point, with its colorful signage drawing attention amidst the surrounding buildings. Kirchner's depiction of city life during this time period reflects both the vibrancy and exhaustion that often coexist in urban environments. The artist skillfully portrays feelings of fatigue and despair through his use of dark tones and somber expressions on some figures' faces. The composition invites viewers to contemplate themes such as weariness, depression, and human struggle within an ever-changing modern world. Through his unique style influenced by German Expressionism, Kirchner captures not only physical activity but also emotional states that resonate with audiences even today. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to Kirchner's talent as an artist while offering us insight into societal dynamics during this era. It reminds us that beneath every busy street scene lies a complex tapestry of emotions waiting to be explored.
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