What does die brucke stand for and why?

Die Brücke (German for The Bridge) was an early 20th-century German Expressionist group of artists formed in Dresden in 1905. The group was founded by Fritz Bleyl, Erich Heckel, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff. The group was later joined by Emil Nolde and Max Pechstein, among others.

The name "Die Brücke" was chosen to symbolize the group's intention to bridge the gap between past and present, between traditional and modern art. The group sought to create a new, more expressive form of art that would reflect the turmoil and alienation of modern life.

Die Brücke artists were influenced by a variety of sources, including Gothic art, folk art, and the work of Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gauguin. They typically used bold colors and exaggerated forms to create a sense of emotional intensity and urgency. Their subjects were often drawn from the urban landscape and the lives of ordinary people.

Die Brücke was one of the most influential groups of artists in early 20th-century Germany. The group's work helped to pave the way for the development of Expressionism, one of the most important movements in modern art.