Blaue Magnolie 1929

christianrohlfs

impressionist

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

impressionist landscape

abstract

abstract pattern

neo expressionist

acrylic on canvas

paint stroke

expressionist

swirly brushstroke

"Blaue Magnolie" (Blue Magnolia) is a 1929 oil painting by German Expressionist artist Christian Rohlfs (1849–1938). Known for his bold brushstrokes and vivid colors, Rohlfs depicts a single magnolia blossom in a stylized, abstract manner. The painting's dynamic composition and intense colors evoke the vibrant energy of nature, a common theme in Rohlfs's work. The background, blurred and seemingly composed of fragmented strokes, further emphasizes the flower's central position and enhances the painting's expressive quality.