Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944) - "Circles in a Circle

Wassily Kandinsky: “Circles in a Circle, 1923". Signed and dated on the plate. Authorized color offset litho, produced premium mat (non-reflective) and with a high color intensity. Condition: the work is in excellent condition. Format: 40 x 40 cm. Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944) was a groundbreaking Russian painter and art theorist, often recognized as one of the founders of abstract art in the early 20th century. Born in Moscow, Kandinsky spent his early career as a law professor before moving to Munich to take painting lessons. Here he began to develop his theories about art, especially about the use of color and form, which he believed could evoke spiritual values and emotional responses. Kandinsky's artistic style underwent significant changes during his career. Initially influenced by Impressionism, his work soon evolved into a more abstract style when he founded the Blue Rider group with like-minded artists in Munich. The outbreak of World War I forced him to return to Russia, where he was briefly involved with constructivism, before he moved to Germany to teach at the Bauhaus school from 1922 to 1933, when the Nazis closed it. He then moved to France, where he remained until his death. “Circles in a Circle”, made in 1923, is one of Kandinsky's most famous works and illustrates his mature period during his time at the Bauhaus. The painting shows several colored circles within a large black circle, cut by diagonal lines. Kandinsky uses a diverse palette to create contrasts and harmony, examining the balance and tension between the elements. The painting is a visual representation of his theories about the psychological effects of color and form, and it shows his conviction that art could express visually musical compositions. The original painting is in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Kandinsky's paintings are highly valued on the art market, with his works regularly achieving high prices at auctions. “Circles in a Circle” reflects his revolutionary approach to painting, which has had a profound influence on the development of abstract art. His works are housed in major museums around the world, and his influence on later generations of artists is immense. Wassily Kandinsky's legacy as a pioneer of abstract painting and his contributions to art theory remain influential. His exploration of color and form opened new avenues for expressing emotional and spiritual dimensions, making his work an essential part of the evolution of modern art. Never framed and kept in a dark archive storage between protective acid-free paper. The shown photos are part of the description. If on multiple orders the shipping costs are not automatically combined you will always receive back from us the multiple paid shipping costs so that you only pay shipping costs once. This artwork is carefully securely packaged and shipped in protective acid-free paper. No shipping possible to the Canary Islands.

Estimation:€150

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