Two Horses
1910
Franz Marc was absolutely obsessed with the spiritual purity of animals, believing they possessed an innocence humans had lost. As a key figure in the German Expressionist group 'Der Blaue Reiter', he didn't just want to paint what horses looked like, but what they *felt* like. In this energetic sketch, you see that raw power—muscular creatures captured in a flurry of charcoal strokes rather than stiff poses. The horse on the left stretches its neck upward dynamically, while the other stands firmly with its back turned, creating a fascinating tension. It’s a perfect example of Marc trying to capture the primal soul of nature before World War I tragically cut his life short.
- Technique
- Charcoal and wash
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- Paper
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