“White Circle” is an abstract painting by the Russian artist Alexander Rodchenko, created in 1918 in Moscow, Russian Federation. This work is executed in oil on canvas and represents the abstract art movement. It is part of the collection at the Russian Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The artwork’s minimalist design features a white circle with a reddish-brown perimeter, overlaid on a darker circular form against a cream-colored background. The precise juxtaposition of these elements and the stark contrast of colors deliver a strong visual impact, reflecting the innovative spirit of abstract art during the period and the artist’s exploration of geometric forms and their spatial relationships.
White Circle (1918; Moscow, Russian Federation) by Alexander Rodchenko
Artwork Information
Title | White Circle |
Artist | Alexander Rodchenko |
Date | 1918; Moscow, Russian Federation |
Medium | oil,canvas |
Art Movement | Abstract Art |
Current Location | Russian Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia |