Rotbraune Tanne 1921

"Rotbraune Tanne" (Red-Brown Fir) is a watercolor painting by Christian Rohlfs from 1921. The artwork depicts a single fir tree in a landscape setting. Rohlfs's unique style, which emphasizes bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, is evident in this piece. The fir tree, rendered in vibrant red-brown hues, dominates the composition, while the surrounding landscape is painted with a more subdued palette. The painting reflects Rohlfs's fascination with the natural world and his desire to capture its essence through the medium of paint. Rohlfs was a prominent figure in the German Expressionist movement, and his work is often characterized by its emotional intensity and symbolic content. This piece, which is now in the collection of the Städel Museum, exemplifies Rohlfs's mastery of color and his ability to evoke a sense of atmosphere through his brushwork.