Slender Figure

In the Slender Figure, Kirchner reduces the sculpture to its basic forms. Similar to the figure of the Herald, the monumental, block-like stature is broken only by a protruding, figurative foot. The overstretched and diagonally open arms, however, symbolise the trust required for a relationship between humans. This theatrical gesture points to the figure as a singing messenger, who gives his voice to the song of love and friendship.