Käthe Kollwitz
1867–1945 · German · 1 artworks
ExpressionismLithographyWoodcutEtchingEmphasis on emotional expressionUse of stark contrasts
artist bio
Käthe Kollwitz was a German artist known for her powerful depictions of human suffering and the devastating effects of war and poverty. Her work, primarily expressed through printmaking and sculpture, served as a poignant social commentary and a testament to the human spirit.
what you'll learn
Studying Kollwitz's work teaches students about the expressive power of line and form in conveying emotion, as well as the role of art as a vehicle for social commentary and empathy.
related: Edvard Munch, Max Beckmann
