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August Macke

August Robert Ludwig Macke was a German Expressionist painter, celebrated for his vibrant use of color and innovative artistic techniques. Born in 1887 in Meschede, Germany, Macke played a pivotal role in the German Expressionist movement and was a founding member of Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider) group. His work is characterized by a blend of Impressionism, Post-impressionism, and Fauvism, marked by an expressive use of color and form to convey emotions and moods rather than realistic depictions.

Macke's artistic journey was significantly influenced by his travels and encounters with other artists. His first trip to Paris in 1907 introduced him to Impressionism, and his subsequent time in Berlin and interactions with artists like Lovis Corinth further shaped his style. A key turning point in his career was his meeting with Robert Delaunay in Paris in 1912, which introduced him to chromatic Cubism, or Orphism, influencing his work thereafter, such as in "Shops Windows," which reflects Delaunay's impact combined with elements of Italian Futurism. Macke's travels to Tunisia in 1914 with Paul Klee and Louis Moilliet were instrumental in developing the luminist approach of his final period, producing masterpieces like "Türkisches Café."

Macke's contributions to art extend beyond his paintings; he was actively involved in the art community, establishing networks with other modernist artists across Europe. His collaboration with artists like Franz Marc and his role in organizing avant-garde art exhibitions helped promote modernist movements in Germany and beyond. Unfortunately, Macke's promising career was cut short when he was killed in action in 1914 during the First World War.

Macke's works are housed in prestigious museums and galleries worldwide, including the Sprengel Museum in Hanover, Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Städel Museum, and Museum Kunstpalast. His paintings, such as "Lady in a Green Jacket" and "Promenade," continue to be celebrated for their innovative approach to color and composition, leaving a lasting impact on the art world.

For art collectors and experts, Macke's oeuvre offers a fascinating insight into the evolution of early 20th-century European art, showcasing the intersections of cultural influences and artistic innovation. His works not only reflect the artistic movements of his time but also his personal explorations and responses to the world around him.

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Date and place of birt:3 january 1887, Meschede, Germany
Date and place of death:26 september 1914, Souain-Perthes-lès-Hurlus, France
Nationality:Germany, France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter, Public figure
Art school / group:Der Sturm, The Blue Rider
Genre:Genre art, Landscape painting, Portrait, Self-portrait, Still life
Art style:Expressionism, Fauvism

Creators Germany

Richard Scheibe (1879 - 1964)
Richard Scheibe
1879 - 1964
Louis Toussaint (1826 - 1887)
Louis Toussaint
1826 - 1887
Curt Erhardt (1895 - 1972)
Curt Erhardt
1895 - 1972
Oskar Michaelis (1872 - 1946)
Oskar Michaelis
1872 - 1946
Max Fuhrmann I (1860 - 1908)
Max Fuhrmann I
1860 - 1908
Benjamin Bronni (1985)
Benjamin Bronni
1985
Arthur Storch (1870 - 1947)
Arthur Storch
1870 - 1947
Jean Augustin Daiwaille (1786 - 1850)
Jean Augustin Daiwaille
1786 - 1850
Walter Schnackenberg (1880 - 1961)
Walter Schnackenberg
1880 - 1961
Jörg Döring (1965)
Jörg Döring
1965
Hermann Bahner (1867 - 1938)
Hermann Bahner
1867 - 1938
Ivo Hauptmann (1886 - 1973)
Ivo Hauptmann
1886 - 1973
Hans Schäufelein (1482 - 1540)
Hans Schäufelein
1482 - 1540
Сarl Christian Vogel von Vogelstein (1788 - 1868)
Сarl Christian Vogel von Vogelstein
1788 - 1868
Petrus Wandrey (1939 - 2012)
Petrus Wandrey
1939 - 2012
Hans Rickers (1899 - 1979)
Hans Rickers
1899 - 1979

Creators Expressionism

Ulrich Leman (1885 - 1988)
Ulrich Leman
1885 - 1988
Hans Poelzig (1869 - 1936)
Hans Poelzig
1869 - 1936
Leon Golub (1922 - 2004)
Leon Golub
1922 - 2004
Hans Richter (1888 - 1976)
Hans Richter
1888 - 1976
Alma del Banco (1862 - 1943)
Alma del Banco
1862 - 1943
Salvador Dalí (1904 - 1989)
Salvador Dalí
1904 - 1989
Otto von Faber du Faur (1828 - 1901)
Otto von Faber du Faur
1828 - 1901
Artur Stoll (1947 - 2003)
Artur Stoll
1947 - 2003
Walter Ofey (1882 - 1930)
Walter Ofey
1882 - 1930
Piero Marussig (1879 - 1937)
Piero Marussig
1879 - 1937
Jackson Pollock (1912 - 1956)
Jackson Pollock
1912 - 1956
Walter Arnold Steffen (1924 - 1982)
Walter Arnold Steffen
1924 - 1982
Heinrich Emil Adametz (1884 - 1971)
Heinrich Emil Adametz
1884 - 1971
Dirk Oudes (1895 - 1969)
Dirk Oudes
1895 - 1969
Hermann Sehrig (1892 - 1963)
Hermann Sehrig
1892 - 1963
Alfred Kornberger (1933 - 2002)
Alfred Kornberger
1933 - 2002
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