Horse and hedgehog (1913)

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Franz Marc's evocative artwork, "Horse and Hedgehog" (1913), offers an intriguing glimpse into the world of abstract expressionism through its dynamic woodcut composition. The painting captures an intense, almost mystical interaction between nature's creatures, illustrating a horse and a hedgehog in a highly stylized manner that emphasizes sharp contrasts and bold outlines.Presented in two segmented panels, the upper section prominently features the horse. Marc manipulates the dark ink to emphasize fluid, sweeping forms that simultaneously convey the strength and grace of the horse. The attention to detail in the portrayal of the horse’s eyes and mane invites viewers to perceive a world vibrant with emotion and movement.The lower segment contrasts this by focusing on the hedgehog nestled amidst foliage, providing a more intimate and grounded element. The textures and shapes surrounding the hedgehog are rendered with such definition that they seem to pulse with life, contributing an earthy realism that counterbalances the ethereal quality of the horse above.This artwork exemplifies Marc's fascination with animals and his unique ability to convey profound philosophical meanings through the simplicity and expressive power of his lines and forms.

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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).