Emil Nolde (German-Danish, 1867-1956), Frisian Houses II, 1910

      Emil Nolde’s Frisian Houses II presents a vivid, expressive view of traditional houses in the Frisian landscape. Bold colours, strong contrasts and simplified forms transform the rural scene into an almost dreamlike composition. The intense reds, yellows, blues and greens create emotional energy rather than naturalistic description. Nolde’s vigorous brushwork and distorted perspectives emphasise the primitive, atmospheric character of the architecture.