Animal Abstracts, Franz Marc (1914) Throw Cushion

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Franz Marc’s Deer in the Forest II (1914)

Franz Marc’s Animals in a Landscape (1914) famous painting. Original from Wikimedia Commons. Digitally enhanced by rawpixel.

Deer In the Forest I was created at the pinnacle of Franz Marc’s tragically short career and is a masterful fusion of apparent contrasts: visions of the real and the symbolic; portents of doom and promise of redemption. By 1913 Marc had reached his mature style, painting heroic yet simplified images of animals, which he created as symbols for certain human characteristics and moral qualities. He combined a fluid, symbolist-derived line with vivid colors – glowing red, blue, yellow, placed alongside their complementaries – for, like his friend Wassily Kandinsky, he believed that colors were endowed with spiritual qualities and symbolic meaning.

Bright, plush square pillow with a richly detailed, mandala-inspired pattern in warm pinks, golds, and soft blues. The faux-suede polypropylene cover feels velvety and holds its shape, while a fluffy polyester insert keeps the pillow soft and supportive. Double-sided printing means the vibrant design shows from every angle, and a concealed zipper keeps the look seamless while allowing easy removal for care. This cushion adds a lively, handcrafted vibe to living rooms, reading nooks, or layered on a bed — bringing color, texture, and a cozy, collected atmosphere to everyday spaces.