The Blue Rider Group

The Blue Rider Group, or Der Blaue Reiter, was an influential early 20th-century art movement founded in 1911 in Munich by artists like Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc. It aimed to break away from traditional styles, emphasizing spiritual expression and individual creativity through abstract and symbolic art. The group sought to explore the emotional and mystical qualities of color and form, believing art could connect viewers to deeper spiritual truths. Their innovative work significantly influenced modern art, particularly abstract art, by promoting a focus on inner feelings and intuitive expression over realism.