UnknownRaphael Kirchner · 1916
Art Nouveau
1916
Raphael Kirchner (1875 – 1917)
Raphael Kirchner (1875-1917) was a Viennese visionary and illustrator known for his ‘Kirchner Girls’ – alluring figures & Japanese influences, pioneering the pin-up aesthetic.
About this artwork
- Title: Unknown
- Artist: Raphael Kirchner
- Year: 1916
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Corpus context: celebrates luxury and beauty., draws from art deco's elegance
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Keywords: elegant legs artwork, vintage advertising print, hand-painted poster
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
- Topics: luxury goods, elegant design, symbolism
Questions & Answers
What was Raphael Kirchner's age when "Unknown" was created?
When "Unknown" was created in 1916, Raphael Kirchner - born in 1875 - was 41 years old.
How do contrast and harmony combine in "Unknown"?
The color composition of "Unknown" by Raphael Kirchner combines a gentle contrast with a discordant palette harmony.
From which country does the Art Nouveau work "Unknown" come?
"Unknown" was created by Raphael Kirchner, born in Austria, within the Art Nouveau movement. The artist's origin links the work to Art Nouveau as practiced by artists from Austria.