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August Macke
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Fan account of August Macke, a German artist and one of the leading members of the German Expressionist group The Blue Rider.
1887-1914
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Big Zoo, Triptych https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/big-zoo-triptych
"Big Zoo, Triptych" by August Macke vibrantly captures the dynamic atmosphere of a zoo, using vivid colors and bold shapes typical of German Expressionism. The triptych format emphasizes layered scenes of animals and elegantly dressed visitors, reflecting Macke's fascination with the relationship between people and nature.
November 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Promenade https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/promenade
"Promenade" by August Macke captures a serene stroll through a sun-dappled, verdant park, embodying the painter's signature combination of vibrant color and simplified forms. Influenced by the Expressionist movement, Macke infuses this tranquil scene with a subtle emotional depth, illustrating leisurely figures in harmonious coexistence with nature.
November 26, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Portrait of the artist's wife with a hat https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/portrait-of-the-artist-s-wife-with-a-hat
This portrait by August Macke depicts his wife wearing a striking hat, with bold colors and expressive brushwork characteristic of the German Expressionist movement. The piece captures her contemplative expression and presents a harmonious blend of vibrant blues, reds, and soft highlights.
November 26, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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Our street with horse riding, Bonn https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/our-street-with-horse-riding-bonn
August Macke's "Our Street with Horse Riding, Bonn" captures a vibrant urban scene using bold colors and geometric forms characteristic of the Expressionist movement. This painting reflects Macke's fascination with modern city life and his innovative use of color to convey emotion and movement.
November 25, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Street with church in Kandern https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/street-with-church-in-kandern
"Street with Church in Kandern" by August Macke captures a vibrant, angular depiction of a narrow village street leading to a church, illustrating Macke's keen eye for color and form within the Expressionist movement. The painting's dynamic composition reflects the harmony between architecture and nature in early 20th-century German towns.
November 25, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Garden on Lake Thun https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/garden-on-lake-thun
"Garden on Lake Thun" by August Macke is an abstract watercolor painting that captures the vibrant essence of a garden using vivid blocks of color. Macke, a key figure in the German Expressionist movement, often explored themes of nature and harmony, translating them into his distinct cubist-influenced style.
November 25, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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House in the garden https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/house-in-the-garden
"House in the Garden" by August Macke is a colorful depiction of a sunlit garden scene characterized by bold, vibrant hues reflecting the influence of Expressionism. Macke’s use of contrasting shades and dynamic forms evokes a sense of harmony and tranquility, capturing the essence of nature in a joyful and abstract manner.
November 24, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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Turkish Cafe (I) https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/turkish-cafe-i
"Turkish Cafe (I)" by August Macke captures the serene atmosphere of a vibrant cafe scene through bold colors and simplified forms. Reflecting on his experiences around the Mediterranean, Macke employs Fauvist influences to convey light and shade, creating a harmonious and inviting composition.
November 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Children and sunny trees https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/children-and-sunny-trees
"Children and Sunny Trees" by August Macke captures a serene scene where children play amongst vibrant, sun-dappled trees and lush greenery. Macke's use of bold colors and abstract form reflects his connection to the German Expressionist movement, emphasizing harmony between nature and human activity.
November 24, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Girl with a Fish Bowl https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/girl-with-a-fish-bowl
"Girl with a Fish Bowl" by August Macke showcases a harmonious blend of bold colors and geometric shapes, characteristic of the German Expressionist movement. The painting captures a serene moment with abstract patterns, reflecting Macke's fascination with light and form.
November 23, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Colourfull shapes https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/colourfull-shapes-1
"Colourful Shapes" by August Macke features an intricate interplay of geometric forms and vibrant colors, reflecting the early 20th-century fascination with abstraction and color theory. Macke, a prominent member of the Blaue Reiter movement, often explored the impact of color on mood and emotional expression in his work.
November 23, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Dealer with jugs https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/dealer-with-jugs
"Dealer with Jugs" by August Macke showcases a vibrant marketplace scene filled with decorative and colorful ceramic jugs under a tapestry of geometric shapes and patterns. Macke's use of bold colors and abstraction reflects his connection to the Expressionist movement, capturing the energy and vibrancy of daily life.
November 23, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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Inner courtyard of house in St. Germain https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/inner-courtyard-of-house-in-st-germain
This colorful artwork by August Macke depicts a vibrant inner courtyard with figures set amidst expressive trees and architectural elements, showcasing his characteristic use of bold colors and geometric forms. Macke was a key member of the German Expressionist movement, and his works often explore themes of everyday life infused with rich, dynamic hues.
November 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Seated female with a pillow https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/seated-female-with-a-pillow
"Seated Female with a Pillow," painted by August Macke, captures a serene moment featuring the back of a woman amidst soft, inviting hues. Macke's use of bold outlines and harmonious colors highlights his Fauvist influences, emphasizing emotion and simplicity.
November 22, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Composition (3 Nudes) [Komposition (3 Akte)] (plate, preceding p. 79) from the periodical Das Kunstblatt, vol. 2, no. 4 (Apr 1918) http://www.moma.org/collection/works/72836
Transferred from the Museum Library
November 22, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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Still life with bowl of apples and Japanese fan https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/still-life-with-bowl-of-apples-and-japanese-fan
"Still Life with Bowl of Apples and Japanese Fan" showcases August Macke's use of bold colors and expressive forms, characteristic of the German Expressionist movement. The composition features a delicate balance between the simplicity of the apples and the intricate patterns of the fan, reflecting Macke's fascination with both still life and cultural motifs.
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Woman with Lyre and dog https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/woman-with-lyre-and-dog
"Woman with Lyre and Dog" by August Macke portrays an intimate moment amidst nature, capturing a woman gently playing the lyre beside a watchful dog. Macke's fluid lines and expressive use of charcoal highlight his fascination with rhythm and harmony, reflecting an early 20th-century aesthetic.
November 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Afternoon in the Garden https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/afternoon-in-the-garden
"Afternoon in the Garden" by August Macke captures a serene moment with figures leisurely enjoying a garden setting, brought to life through dynamic brushstrokes and a vibrant palette characteristic of Expressionism. The work reflects Macke's fascination with harmony in color and form, highlighting the tranquil yet lively interactions between people and nature.
November 21, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Reading man in park https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/reading-man-in-park
August Macke's "Reading Man in Park" captures a serene moment under dappled sunlight, where a solitary figure sits on a bench immersed in a newspaper. The vibrant and expressive color palette reflects Macke's association with the German Expressionist movement, highlighting his fascination with everyday life and the interplay of color.
November 20, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Catedral of Freiburg in the Switzerland https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/catedral-of-freiburg-in-the-switzerland
This painting by August Macke features the Freiburg Cathedral in Switzerland, capturing its striking Gothic spire amidst a muted cityscape. Macke's keen interest in color and form blends with his characteristic expressionist style to evoke a serene urban atmosphere.
November 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Circus https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/circus
This vibrant artwork, titled "Circus" by August Macke, showcases a lively scene filled with performers, including a clown, musician, and acrobats, characterized by bold colors and dynamic lines. Macke, a key figure in German Expressionism, captures the whimsical and dramatic essence of circus life, reflecting his interest in exploring the harmony of forms and colors.
November 20, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Turkish Cafe (II) https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/turkish-cafe-ii
"Turkish Cafe (II)" by August Macke depicts a tranquil scene with bold, expressive colors typical of German Expressionism, highlighting a seated figure in a café surrounded by dynamic foliage. Macke's use of vibrant hues and geometric forms reflects his influence from his time spent with the expressive artists of the Blaue Reiter movement.
November 19, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Turkish jewelry dealer https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/turkish-jewelry-dealer
This artwork by August Macke, titled "Turkish Jewelry Dealer," utilizes bold colors and fragmented forms to depict an abstract scene of figures engaging in commerce. Macke, associated with the German Expressionist movement, often explored themes of modernity and cultural encounters through his use of dynamic compositions and vivid palettes.
November 19, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Tightrope walker https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/tightrope-walker
August Macke's "Tightrope Walker" captures the exhilarating moment of a performer amid vibrant, geometric shapes and dynamic colors, reflecting Macke's association with the Expressionist movement. The painting highlights the interplay between spectators and performer, using bold outlines and a rich color palette to convey a sense of excitement and movement.
November 18, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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Terrace of the country house in St. Germain https://www.wikiart.org/en/august-macke/terrace-of-the-country-house-in-st-germain
"Terrace of the Country House in St. Germain" by August Macke captures a vibrant and colorful scene using bold brushstrokes and geometric forms, characteristic of the Expressionist movement. The artwork immerses viewers in the lively interplay of shapes and hues, evoking the tranquil yet dynamic atmosphere of a terrace surrounded by lush landscapes.
November 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM