Hunger

Käthe Kollwitz's Hunger vividly captures the stark suffering caused by poverty and food scarcity, aligning with her focus on the Genre painting tradition that depicts everyday life struggles. Although her early works are remarkably realistic, her style evolved towards Expressionism, emphasizing emotional intensity. Known for her powerful representations of war, hunger, and the plight of the working class, Kollwitz's art underscores social injustices. As a trailblazing woman artist, she was the first female inducted into the Prussian Academy of Arts and received honorary professor status, cementing her legacy in modern art history.