Description
The work "On the street" of August Macke, painted in 1914, is a clear example of the vitality and modernity that characterized the group of artists of which Macke was part, known as the movement of the new objectivity. In this painting, the author offers us a window to the urban life of the beginning of the twentieth century, a period of cultural and social effervescence that deeply influenced his work, as well as that of his contemporaries.
From the first glance, one is captivated by the vibrant palette of colors. Macke uses a combination of intense tones that evoke a sense of energy and movement. The red, yellow and blue, along with the deepest shadows, create a dynamic contrast that is characteristic of the Fauvista style, of which Macke was influenced. These colors not only give life to the scene, but also contribute to a sense of optimism that is palpable in the composition.
The painting portrays three figures in the foreground that walk down a street, wrapping us in its narrative. Although faces are not completely defined, their clothing and posture reveal their role in that urban environment. One of the characters holds an umbrella, suggesting the possibility of a rainy day, although the luminosity of the scene seems to challenge that idea. The representation of the figures is stylized; The lines are simple and the forms are simplified, showing the influence of the painting of the time, where the essence of everyday life is captured with an almost abstract approach, without losing the connection with reality.
The bottom of the work, slightly blurred, suggests an architectural landscape that can be interpreted as a symbol of urban growth at that time. The presence of buildings is insinuated in the upper and lateral part, but does not steal prominence to the figures in the foreground. This compositional choice of Macke reflects a characteristic approach to the expressionist movement, where the atmosphere is built not only through literal representation, but also by evocation of emotions through color and shape.
Macke was an active member of the bridge group, a group of artists who sought to express the ephemeral and modern emotions with an emotional and symbolic approach. "In the street" he embodies this search, at a historical moment in which social transformation and industrialization permeated everyday life. Through his work, Macke not only captures a moment, but also reflects the spirit of a generation facing modernity.
This canvas, which is one of Macke's most representative works, not only serves as a representation of the urban life of his time, but also speaks of the need of the human being to find beauty and joy even in everyday life. When contemplating "on the street", we are invited to reflect on the place we occupy in the frenzy of modern life, making us participate in that same energy that the author captured with a mastery in his brushstroke. Together, the bold use of color, the simplification of the forms and the celebration of urban life make this work a milestone within the art of the twentieth century, resonating relevant to this day.
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