Blossoming Lilac c. 1921

oil, wood

17_20th-century

tree

tropical

abstract painting

impressionism

oil

landscape

flower

impressionist landscape

nature

fluid art

abstract nature shot

naturalistic tone

seascape

nature environment

wood

natural environment

"Blossoming Lilac" is an oil painting on canvas by German artist Max Slevogt, created around 1921. The work showcases Slevogt's distinctive style, known for its vibrant colors and loose brushstrokes, capturing the beauty of a flowering lilac bush in a garden. The painting is currently housed at the Städel Museum and measures 54 x 66 cm. Slevogt's work is often categorized as Impressionism, influenced by the French movement, but with a German touch. This captivating painting evokes a sense of springtime and nature's abundance, highlighting Slevogt's mastery in capturing light and color.

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stadelmuseum about 1 year ago

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Alongside Max Liebermann and Lovis Corinth, Max Slevogt is one of the most influential representatives of German Impressionism. The artist has used various shades of green and purple to create an atmospheric painting of the blossoming lilac in his garden in Neukastel. In the lower part of the picture, the filigree twigs of the bush and its delicate blossoms blend into the dark green thicket of the summer garden, while at the top they stand out clearly against the blue and white sky.