Garden on Lake ThunAugust Macke · 1913

  • Painting mediumOil On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementOrphism style
  • Creation date1913
  • Art period19th Century
  • Dimensions49.0 x 65.0 cm
The painting Garden on Lake Thun is a beautiful landscape created by the German artist August Macke in 1913. This oil on canvas piece measures 49 x 65 cm and is a prime example of the Orphism style, characterized by its use of vibrant colors and geometric shapes. The scene features trees with yellow leaves, creating a warm atmosphere, and several potted plants scattered throughout the garden, adding to its lushness.

Artistic Influences

August Macke's visit to Paris in 1907 had a significant impact on his work, as he was influenced by the likes of Robert Delaunay, whose luminous Cubism, dubbed Orphism by poet Guillaume Apollinaire, left an indelible mark on the art world. This influence can be seen in Macke's use of bold colors and geometric shapes in Garden on Lake Thun.

Key Features

Some key features of the painting include:
  • A serene atmosphere, created by the warm colors and lush vegetation
  • A sense of harmony between human figures and nature, as seen in the person relaxing on the bench
  • The use of Orphism style, characterized by vibrant colors and geometric shapes
The painting is a beautiful representation of the Orphism style and showcases August Macke's unique blend of realism and vibrant color. For more information on August Macke and his works, visit /art/list/?Filter=8XXPGC-August-Macke-Gardenon-Lake-Thun. To learn more about the Kunstpalast (Düsseldorf, Germany), where some of Macke's other works are housed, visit /art/list/?Filter=kunstpalast,düsseldorf,germany&. Handmade oil paintings reproductions of Garden on Lake Thun are available at https://Mus3ums.com, allowing art lovers to own a piece of history.
The painting Garden on Lake Thun is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important part of the Orphism movement, and its influence can still be seen in modern art today.

August Macke (1887 – 1914)

Explore the vibrant Expressionist paintings of August Macke (1887-1914). Influenced by Fauvism & Orphism, his works capture modern life with bold color and draftsmanship. A key figure in Der Blaue Reiter.

About this artwork

  • Title: Garden on Lake Thun
  • Artist: August Macke
  • Year: 1913
  • Original dimensions: 49.0 x 65.0 cm
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Medium: Oil On Canvas
  • Corpus context: key early work, parisian orphism influence
  • Purpose: Mood
  • Keywords: lake thun painting, garden landscape art, abstract garden art

Quick Facts

  • Notable elements: Geometric shapes
  • Location: Kunstpalast, Düsseldorf
  • Influences: Robert Delaunay
  • Artist: August Macke
  • Movement: Orphism
  • Year: 1913

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