Hahn und Huhn 1906

"Hahn und Huhn" (Rooster and Hen) is a 1906 painting by German Expressionist artist Christian Rohlfs, known for his distinctive style characterized by bold colors and expressive brushstrokes. This artwork depicts two chickens, a rooster and a hen, in a simplified, almost abstract manner. The rooster dominates the foreground, with a bright red comb and elongated legs, while the hen is partially obscured in the background. Rohlfs's use of vibrant hues and gestural brushwork imbues the work with a sense of energy and dynamism. This piece exemplifies his exploration of animal subjects as a means to capture the essence of life and nature.