“Improvisation. Deluge,” created in 1913 by Wassily Kandinsky in Munich, Germany, is an oil on canvas artwork. Measuring 95 by 150 centimeters, this painting belongs to the “Improvisations” series and is an exemplary piece of Abstract Art. Currently, it resides in the Lenbachhaus in Munich, Germany.
The artwork is a vibrant and dynamic composition teeming with a riot of colors and forms, characteristic of the Abstract Art movement. The painting features a bold palette of primary and secondary colors, interspersed with dark and light hues, creating a sense of movement and chaos. The abstract forms, which seem to almost flow into each other, evoke the titular “deluge” or flood, suggesting a tumultuous natural phenomenon. The energetic application of paint and the interplay of colors reflect Kandinsky’s exploration of synesthesia, the blending of sensory experiences, and his pursuit of visual music. In this work, Kandinsky’s mastery of form and color culminates in an evocative abstract representation that transcends literal interpretation.
