Sanatçı: Kazimir Severinovich Malevich
stil: Suprematism
Konular: Colour Composition
Tarih: 1918
The Birth of Suprematism and the Russian Avant-Garde Movement
In the early 20th century, a revolutionary art movement emerged in Russia called Suprematism. Founded by Kazimir Malevich in 1913, this avant-garde movement focused on geometric forms and limited colors to create abstract compositions. The goal was to emphasize pure artistic feeling rather than visual depiction of objects.
The Iconic Suprematist Composition: White on White
Suprematist Composition: White on White, painted in 1918, is one of the most well-known examples of this movement. This abstract oil-on-canvas painting features a white square, portrayed off-center and at an angle on a ground that is also white. The strategic tilt offers movement and a sensation of floating, as if the square is suspended in infinity.
The Evolution of Suprematism: From Polychrome to Monochrome
Malevich's early experiments in suprematist painting were presented at the 0.10 Exhibition in 1915, with the centerpiece being the iconic Black Square. However, it was his later shift to monochrome Suprematism that marked a significant milestone. Paintings like White on White exemplify this transition and demonstrate Malevich's exploration into the realms of pure form.
The Legacy of Kazimir Malevich and Suprematism
Today, Suprematist Composition: White on White is housed in the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. This enduring testament to the transformative power of abstraction continues to inspire contemporary artists and art enthusiasts alike.
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