Bathing girls with town in the backgraund (1913) by August Macke

The artwork titled “Bathing Girls with Town in the Background” is by the artist August Macke, created in 1913. This piece belongs to the Orphism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 100.6 by 80.4 centimeters.

In the artwork, a serene and vibrant scene is depicted, featuring a group of bathing girls set against the backdrop of a distant town. The composition is imbued with rich, luminous colors and fluid forms characteristic of the Orphism movement, which emphasizes bold colors and abstraction. The figures are enveloped in a mosaic of interlocking shapes, creating a sense of dynamism and harmony within the natural environment. The presence of lush greenery and the gentle depiction of the human figures convey an idyllic and tranquil atmosphere, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the harmonious interplay of color and form.

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