Otto Modersohn
Otto Modersohn (1865–1943) was a German landscape painter and one of the founders of the Worpswede art colony, which became an important center for German Expressionism and landscape painting. Born in Soest, Modersohn studied at the Düsseldorf Academy before moving to Worpswede in 1889. There, he sought to break away from academic traditions and focus on capturing the unspoiled natural beauty of the North German landscape. His works often depict the moors, forests, and villages surrounding Worpswede, rendered with a sensitivity to the changing seasons and atmospheric effects.
Modersohn’s work evolved from a naturalistic style to one more influenced by Symbolism and Expressionism, particularly after the death of his first wife, fellow painter Paula Modersohn-Becker. His later works are characterized by a deeper emotional resonance and a focus on the symbolic power of nature. His paintings are housed in major German museums, including the Kunsthalle Bremen and the Paula Modersohn-Becker Museum.
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Full Name: Otto Modersohn
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Birth and Death: 1865–1943
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Profession: Painter
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Influences: German Expressionism, Symbolism, Worpswede art colony
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Legacy: Known for his evocative landscapes of northern Germany, Modersohn’s works are housed in institutions like the Kunsthalle Bremen and the Paula Modersohn-Becker Museum.
