The Foxes 1913

"The Foxes," painted by Franz Marc in 1913, is a prime example of German Expressionism, a style that emphasized emotion and subjective experience over objective reality. The painting depicts two foxes, their bodies fragmented and abstracted, with vivid colors and bold geometric shapes that convey a sense of energy and movement. Marc's use of strong colors, particularly the vibrant red, reflects his fascination with the spiritual qualities of animals. This work, like many of Marc's paintings, embodies the spirit of the Blue Rider group, a collective of artists who explored the relationship between art and nature.