The artwork, titled “Street Scene with Green Cocotte” by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, belongs to the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork depicts a vibrant and dynamic street scene, emphasizing abstract forms and bold, striking colors. Stark lines and exaggerated figures dominate the composition, drawing attention to a central female figure adorned in a green dress, indicating she may be the ‘green cocotte’ of the title. Surrounding her are numerous figures clad in dark attire, some of which wear hats, contributing to an urban and somewhat mysterious atmosphere. The expressive and intense brushstrokes capture the bustling energy of city life, embodying the essence of Expressionism by portraying not just the outward appearance, but the emotional and psychological experiences of the figures within the scene.
