Composition VIII

Wassily Kandinsky

Created:
Movement:
1923
Abstract Expressionism
key Notes:
Abstract geometry, Dynamic color contrasts
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Dimensions:
140 cm × 201 cm
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Composition VIII," created by Wassily Kandinsky in 1923, is a seminal work that exemplifies his exploration of geometric abstraction and the synthesis of color and form. This painting reflects Kandinsky's theoretical principles outlined in his writings, where he emphasized the spiritual and emotional resonance of abstract art, influenced by his association with the Bauhaus movement.

Description of the work:

"Composition VIII" by Wassily Kandinsky, created in 1923, is a dynamic interplay of geometric forms, lines, and vibrant colors, reflecting the artist's exploration of abstraction and the synthesis of music and visual art. The painting features a complex arrangement of circles, triangles, and linear elements that create a sense of rhythm and movement across the canvas, exemplifying Kandinsky's interest in the spiritual and emotional resonance of non-representational forms.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Manually Sourced

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Composition VIII