Ernst Ludwig Kirchner: Berlin Street Scene - Hardcover

Kort, Pamela

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1931794154 ISBN 13: 9781931794152

Publisher: Neue Galerie New York, 2008

Synopsis

A founding member of the early twentieth century German avant garde artists' group Die Brücke, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner moved to Berlin in 1912 and became enthralled by what he called "the symphony of the great city." He responded to the intensity of Berlin's street life by recording the urban spectacle around him--most notably in "Berlin Street Scene" (1913-14), which is widely considered one of the greatest German paintings of the twentieth century. This beautifully illustrated, scholarly volume--written and edited by the noted independent curator and art historian Pamela Kort--provides a full exploration of the history and significance of Kirchner's masterpiece. Featuring full reproductions and details of "Berlin Street Scene" and other related artworks, as well as plentiful documentary photographs and supporting materials, this volume illuminates the ominous force of nervous energy and sexual tension that Kirchner sensed lurking beneath the veneer of civilized life.

About this edition

• Publisher: Neue Galerie New York
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1931794154
• ISBN 13: 9781931794152
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 92