The image features an abstract representation of a person in a leaning position, with their upper body partially shown. The person's facial features are depicted with strong lines and shadows, suggesting a contemplative expression. They have dark hair tied back and are holding a patterned textile with bold geometric shapes. A cat shape is next to them. The background consists of abstract textures and lines, creating depth. The composition is monochromatic with contrasting light and dark areas.
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Boy with Cat (Knabe mit Katze)

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (German, 1880 - 1938)

1919

Medium
lithograph on yellow wove paper
Classification
Print
Dimensions
sheet: 64.1 × 53.5 cm (25 1/4 × 21 1/16 in.)
Culture
German
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-W
Credit line
Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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