August Macke
1887–1914 · German · 30 artworks
ExpressionismFauvismharmonious color palettessimplified formsdepiction of lighteveryday scenesgeometric shapes
artist bio
August Macke was a leading member of the German Expressionist group Der Blaue Reiter. His vibrant paintings, often depicting scenes of everyday life, are characterized by their harmonious color palettes and exploration of light and form.
what you'll learn
Studying Macke's work allows students to explore color theory, composition, and the representation of light in simplified forms. Students can also learn about the influence of various avant-garde movements on his style.
related: Franz Marc, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Wassily Kandinsky
30 artworks
Gartenbild
1911
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Vegetable fields
1911
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Our street with horse riding, Bonn
1913
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House in a Landscape
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Untitled
1913
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Self-Portrait with Hat
1909
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Tunis landscape with a sedentary Arabs
1914
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The Church of St. Mary in Bonn in Snow
1911
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Portrait of Franz Marc
1910
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Sunny way
1913
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Terrace of the country house in St. Germain
1914
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Tightrope walker
1914
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Donkey Rider
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Portrait of the artist's wife with a hat
1909
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Market in Algiers
1914
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Franz Marc and Maria in the studio
1912
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Portrait with apples (Portrait of the Artist's Wife)
1909
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The Hat Shop
1913
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Street with church in Kandern
1911
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Three Women at the Table by the Lamp
1912
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Turkish Cafe (II)
1914
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Garden Restaurant
1912
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View of Tegernsee
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St. Germain near Tunis
1914
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At the Garden Table
1914
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On the Street
1914
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Turkish Cafe (I)
1914
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Still life hyacinths carpet
1910
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Fashion window
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St. Mary's with Houses and Chimney (Bonn)
1911
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