St. Julian the Hospitaller (1913) by Franz Marc

St. Julian the Hospitaller - Franz Marc - 1913

Artwork Information

TitleSt. Julian the Hospitaller
ArtistFranz Marc
Date1913
Dimensions45.72 x 40.01 cm
Art MovementCubism
Current LocationSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City, NY, US

About St. Julian the Hospitaller

The artwork, titled “St. Julian the Hospitaller,” was created by Franz Marc in 1913. This piece belongs to the Cubism art movement and is a religious painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 45.72 x 40.01 cm, and it is currently located in the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City, NY, US.

The subject matter of the artwork revolves around the figure of St. Julian the Hospitaller, depicted in an imaginative and abstract manner characteristic of Cubism. The composition employs bold and dynamic lines, with vibrant colors suggesting an intense atmosphere. The dominant blue and white hues of the horse, ridden by St. Julian, evoke a sense of movement and urgency, contrasting with the more subdued tones of the two animals positioned below. The background features contrasting colors and geometric shapes, further emphasizing the Cubist style’s fragmentation and abstraction. The overall narrative and stylistic approach create a compelling visual experience, capturing the essence of the religious theme through a modern art lens.

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