“Improvisation 28 (second version)” is an abstract painting created by Wassily Kandinsky in 1912, in Germany. As part of the Abstract Art movement, the artwork measures 111 x 162 cm and belongs to Kandinsky’s “Improvisations” series. The artwork is currently housed in the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City.
The artwork is a vibrant and dynamic composition, characterized by its chaotic array of lines, shapes, and colors. Bold black lines intersect and overlap, creating a sense of movement and rhythm across the canvas. Various hues of blue, red, green, and yellow are scattered throughout, blending and contrasting in a way that evokes a sense of spontaneity and freedom. The piece eschews traditional representation in favor of abstract forms, inviting viewers to interpret the emotional and psychological undercurrents conveyed through its energetic arrangement.