The artwork, titled “Beat all the scattered,” was created by El Lissitzky in 1920 in Moscow, Russian Federation. It is a part of the Suprematism art movement and falls under the genre of illustration. This piece is included in the “Suprematic tale about two squares” series.
In the artwork, a minimalistic composition is presented within a thinly bordered square frame. At the top left, a black square sits prominently, its solid color creating a strong visual impact. Below and slightly to the right, a red square appears dynamically tilted, suggesting movement and contrast. Both squares are placed against a neutral background, enhancing their geometric simplicity and stark contrast. Below the squares, a series of fragmented, vertically-aligned Cyrillic letters contribute to the composition, adding an additional layer of abstract form and texture. The entire piece exemplifies the Suprematist focus on fundamental geometric shapes and a limited color palette, aiming to convey a sense of pure artistic expression.
