Greeting (Lake Thun)
1913
August Macke captured a vibrant, sun-drenched moment by Lake Thun in 1913, just months before the outbreak of World War I. This lively scene, titled 'Begrüssung (Thunersee)' or 'Greeting (Lake Thun)', features figures rendered in loose, expressive shapes, with a horse-drawn carriage and lush green trees framing the composition. Macke was a key figure in German Expressionism, part of the Der Blaue Reiter group, and his work is celebrated for its bright, harmonious colors and joyful atmosphere. Tragically, he was killed in battle in 1914 at just 27 years old, making these late, radiant works some of his most poignant and cherished.
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