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      Himmel

      Marsden Hartley’s Himmel appears like a display of fireworks translated into paint on canvas and across the frame. The composition’s overlapping, abstract, colorful shapes are rooted in French Cubism’s motifs and palette. The concentric discs floating across the painting reveal Hartley’s knowledge of American Indian design. They also may relate to cockades that decorated the German military uniforms that Hartley saw while living in Berlin at the onset of World War I. The German words for heaven (Himmel) and hell (Hölle) frame two conical shapes that resemble Zuckertuete, colorful bags of candy given to German schoolchildren. Combining childhood themes with military references, Hartley suggests that war is a kind of game that may end in salvation or damnation.

      Questions & Answers

      What are the medium and date of "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley?

      "Himmel" was made in 1915, in oil on canvas.

      What emotion does "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley convey?

      The emotional tone recorded for "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley is tranquil. It summarizes the feeling the work expresses.

      At what age did Marsden Hartley make "Himmel"?

      Marsden Hartley made "Himmel" at the age of 38. The artist was born in 1877 and the work is dated 1915.

      Which artist is "Himmel" attributed to?

      "Himmel" was created by Marsden Hartley. The information on this page describes Marsden Hartley's original work.

      What is the creation date of "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley?

      "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley was created in 1915.

      What is the perceived brightness of "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley?

      The perceived brightness of "Himmel" by Marsden Hartley is bright. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.

      Does "Himmel" show strong light-dark contrasts?

      The light-dark contrast of "Himmel" is recorded as statement. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.

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