Blue Horse I 1911

Franz Marc's "Blue Horse I" (1911) is a vibrant example of German Expressionism, a movement that embraced emotionality and subjectivity over realism. The painting depicts a simplified, stylized horse in a field, rendered in a bold palette of primary colors with sweeping brushstrokes. Marc's "Blue Horse" series aimed to capture the essence of the animal's spirit, using color to symbolize specific emotions and ideas. The painting's bold colors and simplified forms are characteristic of the Expressionist style, communicating a sense of raw energy and intensity.