Schlafende Hirtin 1912

Franz Marc's "Schlafende Hirtin" (1912) is a powerful woodcut that embodies the artist's fascination with the natural world and its symbolism. The artwork depicts a sleeping shepherdess, her body rendered in bold, simplified lines, and her head resting upon a stylized lamb. Marc's use of black and white creates a stark contrast, emphasizing the figure's vulnerability and the tranquility of the scene. The woodcut's expressive lines and forms showcase Marc's connection to the Expressionist movement, reflecting the artist's emotional response to the natural world.