Two Mythical Animals (Zwei Fabeltiere)

1914

Franz Marc

Associated Names
Franz Marc

Artist, German, 1880 - 1916

The image shows bold, curving lines and angular shapes in an abstract pattern on a light background. In the center, an arc-like shape resembles a large fruit, along with lines resembling stems or leaves. The upper portion features crescent-shaped curves, while vertical lines on the right suggest a tall figure or statue. The composition suggests natural or familiar objects through intersecting geometric forms.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut in black on japan paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen

  • Dimensions

    block: 9.9 x 12.1 cm (3 7/8 x 4 3/4 in.)
    sheet: 16.5 x 22.7 cm (6 1/2 x 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2007.141.12

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Lankheit 1970, no. 845

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Ruth Kainen [1922-2009], Washington, D.C. (Lugt 4739); gift to NGA, 2007

Associated Names

Bibliography

1970

  • Lankheit 1970, no. 845

Wikidata ID

Q76438985

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