Painting with Green Center

Vasily Kandinsky

Created:
Movement:
1913
Expressionism
key Notes:
Abstract composition, Dynamic color contrasts
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Dimensions:
108.9 × 118.4 cm (43 1/4 × 47 1/2 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Painting with Green Center by Vasily Kandinsky

Painting with Green Center, created in 1913 by Vasily Kandinsky, is an exemplary work of abstract art, executed in oil on canvas. This painting is significant for its vibrant use of color and dynamic composition, which exemplifies Kandinsky's pioneering role in the development of abstract art. Kandinsky, a Russian painter and art theorist, is often credited with painting one of the first purely abstract works. His exploration of color theory and form was deeply influenced by his synesthetic experiences, where he perceived colors as sounds. The painting reflects Kandinsky's belief in the spiritual and emotional power of art, a central theme in his theoretical writings. As a key figure in the Expressionist movement and a founding member of the Blue Rider group, Kandinsky's work had a profound impact on the trajectory of modern art.

Description of the work:

"Painting with Green Center" by Vasily Kandinsky, created in 1913, is an abstract composition that exemplifies the artist's exploration of color and form, utilizing oil on canvas to convey a dynamic interplay of geometric shapes and vibrant hues. This work is characteristic of Kandinsky's transition towards abstraction, reflecting his interest in synesthesia and the spiritual resonance of color.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Painting with Green Center