Self-portrait

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's Self-portrait captures the raw intensity and emotional depth characteristic of his Expressionism style. As one of the founders of Die Brücke, Kirchner sought to convey inner psychological states through bold colors and distorted forms. His turbulent life, including his service in World War I and subsequent breakdown, deeply influenced his work, which was later branded as "degenerate" by the Nazi regime. This Self-portrait serves as a powerful reflection of his emotional struggles and innovative approach to modern art.