The artwork “The Singer” by Wassily Kandinsky, completed in 1903 in Munich, Germany, is a woodcut genre painting exemplifying the Expressionism art movement. This piece, measuring 19.5 by 14.5 cm, is part of the Lenbachhaus collection in Munich, Germany.
The artwork portrays a female figure adorned in a long, flowing dress, holding a vibrant red bouquet of flowers. The simplicity and stylization of the figures, characteristic of woodcut techniques, emphasize the emotional expression rather than realistic representation. The singer stands prominently in the foreground, poised and elegant, while a pianist is depicted in the background, creating an intimate and atmospheric setting. The contrasting use of dark and light tones, along with bold outlines, encapsulates the essence of Expressionism, compelling viewers to contemplate the emotional depth conveyed through the scene.
