Ernst Ludwig Kirchner vs. Vincent van Gogh
Side-by-side comparison of two thinkers
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
1880 – 1938
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner was a German expressionist painter and printmaker. He was one of the founders of the artists group Die Brücke or "The Bridge", a key group leading to the foundation of Expressionism in 20th-century art. Kirchner volunteered for army service in the First World War, but soon suffered a breakdown and was discharged.
"I am very happy and thankful to be 'here' and to remain. Here I can at least work a little on my good days, and be at peace among these simple, kindly people. I…"
Vincent van Gogh
1853 – 1890
Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter whose expressive use of color and brushwork profoundly influenced 20th-century art; his notable works include Starry Night and Sunflowers.
"It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is…"
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