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Houses in Murnau

This vibrant oil painting, "Houses in Murnau" by Wassily Kandinsky, captures a picturesque Bavarian village with bold, expressive brushstrokes and a Fauvist-inspired color palette. The composition features a series of brightly colored houses nestled amidst rolling hills, rendered in vivid yellows, blues, and reds. Kandinsky's signature abstract style is evident in the simplified forms and the dynamic interplay of color and line, conveying a sense of energy and emotion. The painting, created in 1909, is a prime example of his transition towards abstraction, showcasing his exploration of color as a means of spiritual expression. The work invites viewers to experience the landscape not just visually, but also emotionally, through its intense chromatic harmonies and energetic application of paint.

Colour palette