Caliban (1914)

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Franz Marc, a seminal figure in the German Expressionist movement, created "Caliban" in 1914, a piece that exemplifies his profound engagement with abstraction and symbolism. This intriguing painting draws its name from the character Caliban in William Shakespeare’s play, "The Tempest." Marc's interpretation is a vibrant, abstract composition that challenges the viewer’s perception with its intense colors and dynamic forms.The painting presents a figure that seems to oscillate between abstraction and figuration, suggesting the tumultuous nature of Caliban, a creature not fully human yet deeply emotive and complex. Marc uses sharp, angular lines and overlapping forms to depict the energy and inner turmoil of the subject. The eyes on the figure particularly stand out, conveying a sense of being watched, which adds to the painting's enigmatic aura.Colors play a crucial role in this artwork, with stark contrasts between the yellows, blacks, and blues creating a visual tension that captures the viewer’s eye and evokes a sense of dramatic intensity. These color choices may reflect the emotional landscape of Caliban—his rawness, his connection to the natural world, and his outcast status."Caliban" is a stunning representation of Franz Marc's abstract style and his ability to convey deep emotional and narrative layers through non-traditional forms and vigorous color schemes.

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Franz Moritz Wilhelm Marc (8 February 1880 – 4 March 1916) was a German painter and printmaker, one of the key figures of German Expressionism. He was a founding member of Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a journal whose name later became synonymous with the circle of artists collaborating in it.

His mature works mostly are animals, and are known for bright colors. He was drafted to serve in the German Army at the beginning of World War I, and died two years later at the Battle of Verdun.

In the 1930s, the Nazis named him a degenerate artist as part of their suppression of modern art. However, most of his work survived World War II, securing his legacy. His work is now exhibited in many eminent galleries and museums. When up for auction, his major paintings attract large sums, with a record of £42,654,500 for Die Füchse (The Foxes).