Irma Stern Flashcards
1
Q
Influences
A
German expressionism
Africa
2
Q
Subject matter
A
Portrait
Figure studies
Landscapes (exotic surroundings)
Still lives
3
Q
Stylistic characteristics
A
Strong expressionism
Less detail= bigger picture =spontaneous =quick =simplified
Space crowded
Lose expressionistic brushstrokes
Impasto
Expressionistic colour
4
Q
Issues/contribution
A
Brought SA Martin line with modernism through subjective expressionism
Portrayed Africa
