Christian Rohlfs
1849–1938 · German · 1 artworks
Expressionismexpressive brushstrokesvibrant color palettessimplified formsemotional intensity
artist bio
Christian Rohlfs was a German Expressionist painter and printmaker. He is known for his vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes, contributing significantly to the development of German Expressionism.
what you'll learn
Studying Rohlfs allows students to explore the use of color and brushwork to convey emotion and atmosphere. Students can learn about simplifying forms and using expressive distortion.
related: Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Emil Nolde
