Costume for Victory over the Sun: Reader (1913) by Kazimir Malevich

Costume for Victory over the Sun: Reader - Kazimir Malevich - 1913

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TitleCostume for Victory over the Sun: Reader
ArtistKazimir Malevich
Date1913
Art MovementFuturism

About Costume for Victory over the Sun: Reader

The artwork named “Costume for Victory over the Sun: Reader,” created by Kazimir Malevich in 1913, is part of the Futurism art movement. This particular piece falls under the genre of design and is a part of the series “Victory over the Sun.”

The artwork depicts a figure rendered in a minimalist and abstract style, with geometric shapes comprising the body and limbs. The figure is adorned in a black garment, with the limbs painted in contrasting shades of green, yellow, and blue. The head is divided with bold lines and segments of color, creating a mask-like appearance. The left leg features a distinctive black and white pattern along with the letter “A.” This design embodies the Futurist fascination with modernity and movement, emphasizing dynamic forms and the breakdown of traditional human representation.

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