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[H2]A Masterpiece of Expressionism[/H2] Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's 'The Red Tower at Halle' is a stunning example of the artist's mastery of expressionism. Painted in 1915, this oil on canvas work showcases Kirchner's unique style and his ability to capture the essence of a scene. The painting is now housed at Museum Folkwang in Essen, Germany. [H2]The Red Tower: A Landmark of Halle[/H2] The painting depicts the so-called 'red tower,' a freestanding late Gothic bell tower with a Gothic brick base, one of the landmarks of the city of Halle. Kirchner portrays the tower from a strongly distorted angle, surrounded by high buildings and standing on the same square as the Marktkirche (the church to the left in the background). The square is depicted as such a strongly distorted angle that it seems to have been folded into the picture plane. [H2]Kirchner's Unique Style[/H2] Kirchner's use of bold colors and distorted forms conveys a sense of unease and tension, reflecting the artist's own emotional state at the time. The painting is a powerful example of Kirchner's expressionistic style, which was characterized by his use of bright, bold colors and his ability to capture the mood and atmosphere of a scene. [H2]About Ernst Ludwig Kirchner[/H2] Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938) was a German expressionist painter and printmaker and one of the founders of the artists group Die Brücke or 'The Bridge,' a key group leading to the foundation of Expressionism in 20th-century art. He volunteered for army service in the First World War, but soon suffered a breakdown and was discharged. His work was branded as 'degenerate' by the Nazi regime, and many of his works were confiscated and destroyed. [H2]Visiting Museum Folkwang[/H2] Museum Folkwang is located in Essen, Germany, and is home to an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm, and admission is free for visitors under 18 years old. Guided tours and educational programs are available for visitors of all ages. [H2]Discover More Kirchner Paintings at ArtsDot.com[/H2] If you're a fan of Ernst Ludwig Kirchner's work, be sure to check out our collection of his paintings at ArtsDot.com. We offer high-quality reproductions of many of his most famous works, including 'The Red Tower at Halle,' 'Street with Red Streetwalker,' and 'Self Portrait in a Tyrolean Hat.' Our reproductions are handmade using the same techniques as the original paintings, ensuring that you'll enjoy a beautiful and accurate representation of Kirchner's work. [A href='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/Art_EN?Open&Query=the+red+tower+at+halle,tower,halle&']The Red Tower at Halle[/A] by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner is a masterpiece of expressionism that captures the essence of Halle's iconic red tower. Visit Museum Folkwang in Essen, Germany to see this stunning work in person, or explore our collection of Kirchner paintings at ArtsDot.com to bring his work into your own home. [UL][LI]Museum Folkwang: [A HREF='https://ArtsDot.com/@@/8XX94D-']Ernst Ludwig Kirchner:Der Rote Turm in Halle[/A][/LI] [LI]ArtsDot.com: [A HREF='https://ArtsDot.com/ADC/Art.nsf/O/8YDR29/$File/Ernst-Ludwig-Kirchner-The-Red-Tower-at-Halle.jpg']The Red Tower at Halle[/A][/LI] [LI]ArtsDot.com: [A HREF='https://ArtsDot.com/Artists/Ernst-Ludwig-Kirchner.html']Ernst Ludwig Kirchner Artworks[/A][/LI][/UL]