Marder (1954) by Adolf Dietrich

Marder - Adolf Dietrich - 1954

Artwork Information

TitleMarder
ArtistAdolf Dietrich
Date1954
Art MovementNaive Art (Primitivism)

About Marder

The artwork “Marder” created by Adolf Dietrich in 1954 is a representation of Naive Art, which embodies Primitivism. It falls under the genre of animal painting, featuring the image of an animal in a natural setting.

In the painting “Marder,” a mustelid creature, likely a European marten, is depicted sitting on a diagonal tree branch covered with lichen and moss, indicating that the scene occurs in a cold environment with snow. The marten’s fur is richly textured, with a contrasting dark brown back and a lighter, creamy underside, showcasing Dietrich’s attention to detail. The background delivers a subtle portrayal of a rustic setting, with a stonework structure featuring wooden elements partially covered in snow. The marten’s pose and direct gaze lend the artwork a sense of immediacy and connection with the viewer, while the muted color palette emphasizes the wintry atmosphere. There’s a realistic detail to the portrayal of the animal, terrain, and the structure, capturing the quiet simplicity characteristic of Naive Art.

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