Tag: Wassily Kandinsky
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A Glimpse into Wassily Kandinsky’s Soul: “With Fruits”
Imagine owning a window into the soul of Wassily Kandinsky This is the allure of “With Fruits,” a Hinterglasmalerei masterpiece. But consider this: painted in 1918, while Kandinsky resided in revolutionary Russia, it becomes more than just a painting. It’s a coded message, a dreamscape painted in vibrant hues against a backdrop of societal upheaval. It’s a…
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Why is Wassily Kandinsky “The Rider” (1909) an important work?
Around 1910, Kandinsky’s artistic style began to shift significantly towards abstraction. In 1910, he completed his first truly abstract watercolor, marking a pivotal moment in his career. This period also saw the publication of his influential book “Concerning the Spiritual in Art” in 1910, where he explored the spiritual dimensions of art and its connection…
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Wassily Kandinsky – Who was he?
Wassily Kandinsky, a trailblazer in the realm of abstract modern art, crafted paintings that intricately explored the interaction between color and form to evoke emotional responses and captivate audiences. He advocated for complete abstraction as a powerful vehicle for profound expression, steering away from direct depictions of the natural world. Kandinsky’s artistic progression unfolded through…