Head of Dr. Bauer

Head of Dr. Bauer by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Artist
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Style
Expressionism
Genre
Portrait
The Head of Dr. Bauer is a compelling portrait that exemplifies the bold emotion characteristic of Expressionism. Painted in the early twentieth century, it captures the intense psychological depth and raw feeling of its subject, reflecting the movement’s focus on inner experience over realistic representation. The painting is housed at the Neue Galerie New York, a museum dedicated to German and Austrian art and design of that period. Its expressive brushwork and striking portrayal make it a notable example of early modern art within the museum's extraordinary collection.

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