Rhine bridge in Köln 1914

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner made this drawing of the Rhine bridge in Köln with ink on paper. Those dark, bold lines! Can you see how they define the bridge's arches and supports? It's like the structure is pulsating. I imagine Kirchner, pen in hand, urgently trying to capture the essence of this massive bridge, maybe the industrial heart of the city? The rapid, energetic strokes make me think he wanted to convey not just what the bridge *looked* like, but also what it *felt* like. The crisscrossing lines create shadows and depth, almost like he’s trying to capture the chaos and energy of modern life. The bridge isn't just a static object; it's a dynamic, almost living thing. I can't help but think about other expressionist artists, how they grappled with similar themes of urban life and alienation. It's as if they're all in this ongoing conversation, pushing each other to see and feel more deeply.