The artwork titled “Objectless Composition” was created by the artist Alexander Rodchenko in 1918, in Moscow, Russian Federation. This abstract composition measures 53 by 21 centimeters.
The image depicts an abstract assemblage of geometric shapes and lines on a muted, textured background that gives the impression of wear or aging. At first glance, you can discern various rectangular planes, seemingly floating or intersecting in space, creating a sense of depth and dynamic movement. The color palette is subdued, with hues of green, black, brown, and a hint of blue, all accentuated by slim, energetic red lines that pierce through the composition and add tension. Given the time of its creation, the artwork likely resonates with the ideas of Russian Constructivism, emphasizing abstraction and materiality over representational forms. The shapes are painted with varying degrees of transparency and color intensity, suggesting layering and interaction between forms. The use of sharp angles and the overlapping of forms contribute to a sense of modernity and a departure from traditional artistic representations, in line with the avant-garde movements of the early 20th century.
