Helmut Kolle (Helmut vom Hügel, 1899 - 1931)

Helmut Kolle

Helmut Kolle, pseudonym Helmut von Hügel, was a German artist. He was known for his modernist paintings, which often depicted urban landscapes, still-life scenes, and portraits.

Kolle's paintings are characterized by their precise, geometric forms and bold, bright colors. He often depicted urban scenes, such as factories and train stations, as well as still-life compositions that featured everyday objects. His portraits were also notable for their use of simplified forms and bright colors, which gave them a distinctly modernist feel.

Kolle's work was exhibited extensively during his lifetime, including at the Berlin Secession and the Great Berlin Art Exhibition. Despite his short career, he was recognized as an important figure in the development of modernist painting in Germany.