Else Lasker-Schüler

1869 - 1945

Essentials

  • Nationality: Germany
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Museums on this site: Franz Marc Museum
  • Lifespan: 76 years
  • Works on this site: 1
  • Born: 1869, Wuppertal, Germany

early life and literary beginnings

else lasker-schüler, a trailblazing poet, playwright, and painter, was born on february 11, 1869, in elberfeld, germany. her life's trajectory is a testament to her unyielding spirit and artistic genius. lasker-schüler's early years were marked by an innate inclination towards the arts, which would later define her as one of the few women affiliated with the expressionist movement.

artistic ascendancy

lasker-schüler's first foray into the world of poetry was with her collection styx, published in 1902. this was followed by her prose work das peter-hille-buch in 1906, and her play die wupper in 1909. her volume of poetry, meine wunder, published in 1911, solidified her position as the leading female representative of german expressionism.

perseverance amidst adversity

despite facing numerous challenges, including the loss of her son in 1927 and subsequent harassment by the nazis, lasker-schüler continued to create. her winning of the kleist prize in 1932 was a testament to her unwavering dedication to her craft.

later life and legacy

lasker-schüler's later years were marked by her emigration to jerusalem, where she formed a literary salon known as “kraal.” her final years were spent working on her drama ich und ich (i and i), which remained a fragment.

relevant artworks and resources

key artistic influences and milestones

important milestones in lasker-schüler's life include:
  • 1902: publication of her first poetry collection, styx
  • 1911: solidification as the leading female representative of german expressionism with meine wunder
  • 1932: winning of the kleist prize
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Questions & Answers

When did Else Lasker-Schüler die?

1945

How many of Else Lasker-Schüler's paintings are on ArtsDot.com?

1

When and where was Else Lasker-Schüler born?

1869, Wuppertal, Germany

What is the top-ranked painting by Else Lasker-Schüler on ArtsDot.com?

The Worshipper onthe Marketplace in Thebe

Is Else Lasker-Schüler's work still under copyright?

No, works by this artist are in the public domain.

Where is Else Lasker-Schüler from?

Germany

What art period did Else Lasker-Schüler belong to?

19th Century

Who is Else Lasker-Schüler?

early life and literary beginnings else lasker-schüler, a trailblazing poet, playwright, and painter, was born on february 11, 1869, in elberfeld, germany. her life's trajectory is a testament to her unyielding spirit and artistic genius. lasker-schüler's early years were marked by an innate inclination towards the arts, which would later define her as one of the few women affiliated with the expressionist movement. artistic ascendancy lasker-schüler's first foray into the world of poetry was wi

How long did Else Lasker-Schüler live?

76 years (1869–1945)

What are other names Else Lasker-Schüler is known by?

Elisabeth Schüler, Elisabeth Schuler, Else Lasker-Schuler