Expressionism in Sculpture: Characteristics and Artists

This sculpture by Ernst Barlach is an outstanding example of expressionism in sculpture, reflecting human anguish and misery through elongated forms and rough textures.

What is Expressionism in Sculpture? Expressionism is an artistic movement that emerged in the early twentieth century and had a great impact on sculpture. It is distinguished by the exaggeration of forms, the way emotions are intensely manifested and the rejection of classical realism. In sculpture, expressionism did not seek aesthetic precision, but to convey … Read more

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