ERNST LUDWIG KIRCHNER’S OFFICER AND WAITRESS, 1915
This year, we invite you to play a vital role in shaping the future of the NGV Collection by supporting the acquisition of Officer and waitress (Offizier und Kellnerin) 1915, a powerful masterpiece by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner.
This represents an extraordinary opportunity to deepen our holdings of early twentieth century European modern art with an important painting that encapsulates Kirchner’s artistic style. Every donation makes a lasting impact, and we are deeply grateful for your generosity towards this important acquisition.
“A leader of his generation, Kirchner contributed enormously to early twentieth century European art. Officer and waitress 1915, created during a defining moment in the artist’s life and career, captures the vivid colour, bold composition and emotional intensity that characterise the German Expressionist movement.”
Tony Ellwood AM
Director, NGV
If you would like further information about supporting this acquisition, please contact the NGV Foundation team on
+61 3 8620 2415 or
ngv.foundation@ngv.vic.gov.au.
The NGV warmly thanks the following supporters who have made leadership gifts to help secure this significant work:
Leadership Gifts
John and Lorraine Bates
Donors to the 2025 NGV Foundation Annual Dinner
Donors to the 2025 NGV Annual Appeal
We warmly welcome donations of any amount and thank you for considering a donation to ensure this work will remain in the NGV Collection for visitors to enjoy now and into the future.
All donations of $2 or over are tax deductible.
If you would like further information about supporting this acquisition, please contact the NGV Foundation team:
+61 3 8620 2415
ngv.foundation@ngv.vic.gov.au