The artwork titled “St. Mary’s with Houses and Chimney (Bonn)” was created in 1911 by August Macke, a renowned artist associated with the Expressionist art movement. This piece, executed in oil on canvas, measures 66 x 57.4 cm and represents the genre of cityscape.
In the artwork, vibrant and contrasting colors are employed to capture the architectural landscape of Bonn, dominated by the prominent structure of St. Mary’s church. The angular forms and bold lines of buildings are enhanced by the deep reds and blues that characterize the scene. The tall chimney stands in stark contrast to the traditional church spire, highlighting a juxtaposition between industrial elements and historic architecture. The composition, comprising a series of overlapping planes and simplified shapes, conveys a dynamic interaction between different architectural forms within the cityscape. The use of color and abstraction demonstrates Macke’s ability to evoke the atmosphere of the urban environment in a distinctly expressionistic manner.
