Murnau

The painting "Murnau" is an oil on cardboard landscape created by Wassily Kandinsky in 1910. It is currently held by the National Gallery of Art and measures 42.3 cm × 32.9 cm (16.7 in × 13.0 in). The painting depicts a vibrant landscape dominated by a large, dark blue mountain that fills most of the upper half of the canvas. The mountain's slopes are rendered with thick, expressive brushstrokes, suggesting its imposing presence. At the base of the mountain, a patchwork of fields and houses unfolds in a riot of colors. The artist uses a combination of vivid yellows, greens, reds, and oranges, applied in a seemingly arbitrary yet balanced manner. This creates a sense of energy and movement, capturing the essence of the landscape rather than a faithful representation. Small patches of pink and purple suggest clouds or the last light of sunset, adding to the overall vibrancy of the scene.