“Haystacks in the Snow,” an artwork created by Franz Marc in 1911, exemplifies the Expressionist movement. This oil on canvas landscape measures 79.5 x 100 cm. The piece captures the serene yet vibrant presence of haystacks blanketed in snow.
The artwork displays three brightly colored haystacks—green, orange, and red—each partially covered by white snow. The snow’s softly rendered texture contrasts with the bold, almost abstract colors of the haystacks. The green, orange, and red hues of the haystacks provide a striking visual harmony against the cooler tones of the snow and sky, encapsulating a moment of natural beauty transformed through expressive brushstrokes. The simplified forms and dynamic use of color reflect Marc’s distinctive style and his contribution to the Expressionist movement.