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1. harvardartmuseums.org › collections › objectThe Avenger - Harvard Art Museums

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   Barlach deeply admired the work of Käthe Kollwitz, and like her relief nearby, this expressionist bronze, first sculpted in 1914, is a response to the Great War. Like many of his artist contemporaries, Barlach was a hopeful nationalist at the outset of the conflict.

2. www.britannica.com › biography › Ernst-BarlachErnst Barlach | Expressionist, Wood Carving, Graphic Art ...

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   Oct 20, 2024 · Ernst Barlach was an outstanding sculptor of the Expressionist movement whose style has often been called “modern Gothic.” Barlach also experimented with graphic art and playwriting, and his work in all media is notable for its preoccupation with the sufferings of humanity.

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3. www.dw.com › en › artist-ernst-barlach-150-yearsArtist Ernst Barlach, 150 years after his birth – DW – 08/08/2020

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   Aug 8, 2020 · Now considered one of the most important German sculptors, Ernst Barlach spent the last years of his life in artistic isolation and died in Rostock in 1938.

4. www.dw.com › en › ernst-barlach-with-an-eye-for-theErnst Barlach: Hero of the downtrodden – DW – 08/08/2020

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   Aug 8, 2020 · Born on January 2, 1870 in the northern German town of Wedel, Ernst Barlach proved at an early age to be a gifted playwright, novelist, sculptor and graphic artist. When he was 36, he spent some...

5. dia.org › collection › avenger-33740The Avenger - Detroit Institute of Arts

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   When the horrors of war unraveled, Barlach became profoundly disillusioned, and the meaning of the sculpture shifted for him. First sculpted in clay and plaster between September and October 1914, the figure of The Avenger personified the will to action.

6. onlinecollection.leopoldmuseum.org › en › objectThe Avenger – Leopold Museum Online Collection

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   The Avenger. 1914. Like many intellectuals and artists, Ernst Barlach (1870–1938) shared the masses’ enthusiasm for war. He hoped the war would thoroughly transform the rigid social relationships of the time and encourage reflection on intellectual questions.

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   Who was Ernst Barlach?

   • Decried by the Nazis as "degenerate," the sculptor, graphic artist and man of letters is considered one of the most important German expressionists. Born on January 2, 1870 in the northern German town of Wedel, Ernst Barlach proved at an early age to be a gifted playwright, novelist, sculptor and graphic artist.

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   When did Barlach die?

   • The Dresden retrospective documents Barlach's career and reception up to his death on October 24, 1938 at the age of 68 in Rostock. As was the case with many other modern artists, his works were frowned upon by the Nazis.

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   How did Ernst Barlach contribute to art?

   • Numerous memorials and tributes have been erected in honor of Barlach’s contributions to art and his anti-war sentiments. His works, like the Hamburg war memorial, reflect his evolved stance on war post-World War I. The Ernst Barlach House in Hamburg stands as a museum dedicated to his artistic legacy.

   Ernst Barlach – Masterful Sculptor and Expressionist Artist

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   What is Barlach famous for?

   • His installation, Der Schwebende (The Hovering), in the Güstrow Cathedral stands out for its striking design. These works are on permanent display in various museums, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). In addition to his sculptures, Barlach gained recognition as a writer and dramatist.

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   Where is Ernst Barlach House?

   • The Ernst Barlach House in Hamburg stands as a museum dedicated to his artistic legacy. The Avenger (1914) by Ernst Barlach; Ernst Barlach, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

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   What influenced Ernst Barlach?

   • Ernst Barlach’s artistic journey showcases his mastery in various mediums, reflecting his profound engagement with the sufferings of humanity and a distinctive fusion of simplified realism with abstract features. His work in sculpture, printmaking, and expressionism remained influential throughout his career.

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8. artincontext.org › ernst-barlachErnst Barlach – Masterful Sculptor and Expressionist Artist

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   Sep 28, 2024 · January 2, 1870. Death. October 24, 1938. Place of Birth. Wedel, Holstein, Kingdom of Prussia. Genre of Work. Sculpture, printmaking, and writing. Ernst Barlach stands as a significant figure in German art, renowned for his contributions as a sculptor, printmaker, and writer. His works, often imbued with religious and mystical themes, reflect a ...