King Marko 1926

"King Marko" is a 1926 painting by Bulgarian artist Ivan Milev, known for his work in the style of Expressionism. The artwork depicts the legendary figure King Marko, who is riding his horse through a stormy sky, the scene is full of symbolic imagery like the many eyes on his horse, depicting a mystical vision. This work reflects Milev's short but impactful career, tragically cut short by his untimely death in 1927. "King Marko" is a powerful testament to the artist's talent and captures the drama and mythology of Bulgarian folklore.