“The Spring Door” is an assemblage artwork created by artist Kurt Schwitters in 1938. This abstract piece reflects the Dada movement with which Schwitters was associated, featuring a composition that strays from traditional representational art, embracing the unconventional. The artwork measures 87.8 by 72 centimeters and employs a variety of materials to achieve its complex structure.
The artwork presents a rich array of textures and materials, comprising found objects and painted elements to form a layered, three-dimensional composition. Dominated by a palette of earthy tones and subtle contrasts, it includes a prominent use of the number “22” on a plate affixed to textured elements, suggesting a fragmentary narrative or symbolic significance. Intersecting forms create a sense of depth, emphasizing the sculptural aspect of the piece. Its abstract nature invites contemplation and allows viewers to derive their own interpretations of the relationships between the juxtaposed elements and materials.
