The artwork, titled “View from the Window,” was created by the artist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner in 1914. Executed in oil on canvas, this piece is a part of the Expressionism movement and belongs to the cityscape genre. The dimensions of the artwork are 120.7 by 90.8 cm. It is currently housed in the Saint Louis Art Museum in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
This artwork portrays a view of a cityscape as seen from a vantage point, likely a window. The composition features an array of multicolored buildings, characterized by warm hues of yellow and red with stark, dark outlines that bring a sense of structure and dynamism to the scene. In the foreground, there is a bridge or elevated walkway, leading the viewer’s eye into the middle ground of the painting where more buildings are visible. The background is composed of simplified architectural forms and vibrant colors, which are typical of the Expressionist style. The brushstrokes are visible and deliberate, adding to the emotional intensity and energy of the scene. The work’s vibrant palette and dynamic composition reflect Kirchner’s distinctive approach to capturing urban life.
