Portrait of Henri Rousseau
- Original dimensions
- 11.4 x 15.3 cm
- Museum
- Lenbachhaus
- Year
- 1911
Scene depicted
The “Portrait of Henri Rousseau” illustrates a moment of encounter between two giants of art, imbued with lightness and respect. Marc, by approaching Rousseau's naive style, seeks to transcend the limits of reality while emphasizing the depth of pure emotion, manifested by the finesse of the features and the harmony of the colors present in this canvas .
Historical context
Artwork: Portrait of Henri Rousseau |BRK| Artist: Franz Marc |BRK| Year: 1911 |BRK| Museum: Lenbachhaus |BRK| Dimensions: 11.4 x 15.3 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This canvas , at the crossroads of experimentation and homage, represents a turning point in the career of Franz Marc . It is during this period that he begins to explore more intense emotions, as evidenced by works such as “ The Large Blue Horse .” Thus, the “Portrait of Henri Rousseau” marks an important milestone in the artist's stylistic evolution.
Anecdote
“In every painting, there is a part of our soul that seeks to rise.” This phrase summarizes the essence of the painting presented here. Inspired by the atmosphere of a spring morning in Munich, Marc sought to capture the gentle smile and innocence of Henri Rousseau, whose simple presence warmed the space. The evocative power of this masterpiece is palpable.