The lady at the piano (1913) by Kazimir Malevich

The lady at the piano - Kazimir Malevich - 1913

Artwork Information

TitleThe lady at the piano
ArtistKazimir Malevich
Date1913
Art MovementCubo-Futurism

About The lady at the piano

“The Lady at the Piano,” painted by Kazimir Malevich in 1913, is an exemplary work within the Cubo-Futurism movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. The artwork embodies the dynamic essence of Cubo-Futurism, which blends the fragmented geometric forms of Cubism with the energetic, mechanistic vision of Futurism.

The artwork is characterized by an intricate composition of overlapping shapes and intersecting lines, predominantly in a palette of earthy reds, black, green, and grays. The forms suggest the presence of a piano and possibly a lady, yet the representation is abstract, encapsulating the energy and rhythm of the scene rather than precise figures. The angular, fragmented shapes and layered colors create a sense of movement and depth, typified by the Cubo-Futurist style. The abstraction creates a visual symphony that echoes the nature of music, highlighting Malevich’s innovative approach to both form and subject matter.

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