Max Pechstein

Hermann Max Pechstein (1881–1955) was a pivotal figure in German Expressionism, known for his distinctive use of color and strong lines. Born in Zwickau, he initially trained as a decorator before enrolling at the Royal Art Academy in Dresden. It was there, in 1906, that he met Erich Heckel and was invited to join the groundbreaking art group Die Brücke (The Bridge). Uniquely among the group, Pechstein had formal art training, which contributed to a more conservative style t…