Suprematic compositional elements (1920) by Kazimir Malevich

Suprematic compositional elements - Kazimir Malevich - 1920

Artwork Information

TitleSuprematic compositional elements
ArtistKazimir Malevich
Date1920
Art MovementSuprematism

About Suprematic compositional elements

The artwork titled “Suprematic compositional elements,” created by Kazimir Malevich in 1920, is a notable piece within the Suprematism art movement. This genre of abstract art emphasizes the supremacy of pure artistic feeling over the depiction of objects and is characterized by simple geometric forms and a limited color palette.

In the artwork, a collection of black geometric shapes, primarily rectangles and lines of varying sizes, are arranged in a seemingly random but carefully balanced composition against a white background. The juxtaposition of these forms creates a sense of dynamic tension and movement, embodying the principles of Suprematism. The minimalist approach and the stark contrast between the black shapes and the white background highlight Malevich’s focus on the purity of abstract form and spatial relationships. The careful placement of each shape demonstrates a thoughtful consideration of balance and proportion, integral aspects of the Suprematist aesthetic.

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