Franz Marc
German artist (1880–1916)
1880 — 1916
Quick Facts
Profession
German artist (1880–1916)
Born
February 8, 1880
Died
1916 (age ~36)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
illustrator, painter, graphic artist
Kingdom of BavariaBorn in Kreuzstraße (München)Died in Verdun
1880
Born in Kreuzstraße (München) (1880-02-08)
1916
Died in Verdun
About
Franz Moritz Wilhelm Marc was a German painter and printmaker, one of the key figures of German Expressionism. He was a founding member of Der Blaue Reiter, a journal whose name later became synonymous with the circle of artists collaborating in it.
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Who is Franz Marc?+
Franz Moritz Wilhelm Marc was a German painter and printmaker, one of the key figures of German Expressionism. He was a founding member of Der Blaue Reiter, a journal whose name later became synonymous with the circle of artists collaborating in it.
What does the name Franz mean?+
The name Franz means "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is of German origin.
When was Franz Marc born?+
Franz Marc was born on February 8, 1880.
When did Franz Marc die?+
Franz Marc died in 1916, at approximately 36 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.
The name Franz is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Franz — February 8, 1880
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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