Wassily Kandinsky (1866 – 1944) was a Russian painter and art theorist who is credited with being one of the pioneers of abstract art. Born in Moscow, Kandinsky initially pursued a career in law and economics before discovering his passion for art and moving to Munich, Germany, to study painting.Kandinsky's early work was influenced by Russian folk art, Impressionism, and Symbolism. However, it was his encounter with the French Fauvist and Cubist movements, as well as his interest in theosophy and spiritualism, that led him to develop his groundbreaking abstract style.In his seminal book "Concerning the Spiritual in Art" (1911), Kandinsky articulated his theory of art as a form of visual music, asserting that colors and shapes could evoke emotional and spiritual responses in the viewer similar to the effects of music. He believed that abstract art, free from representational constraints, had the power to express universal truths and transcend material reality.Kandinsky's abstract paintings are characterized by bold colors, dynamic shapes, and rhythmic compositions. He often used geometric forms, such as circles, squares, and triangles, to create harmonious compositions that conveyed a sense of movement and energy. Some of his most famous works include "Composition VII" (1913), "Yellow-Red-Blue" (1925), and "Composition X" (1939).Throughout his career, Kandinsky was a leading figure in the development of abstract art, influencing generations of artists with his innovative approach to painting. His work laid the foundation for the Abstract Expressionist movement in the United States and continues to inspire artists and art lovers around the world to this day.
Measures 38 x 74.
Linen backed.

Good condition. No major rips, tears, etc.