Formalism

Wassily Kandinksy (1866-1964)

Black And Violet-1923

oil on canvas; 20 x 24 inches

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This painting is a form of formalism. It uses many different shapes and contrasting colors to make different sections stand out and make the painting very interesting. Kandinsky also used a lot of lines, bold and skinny, making the painting more fun to look at. This picture is definetaly an abstract piece.

During this time, Kandinsky was teaching art, while keeping up with his studies of art.

-This is not supposed to be my opinion, but Black and Violet is my favorite painting.

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