Sketch 160a is a watercolor and ink on paper painting by the Russian-born artist Wassily Kandinsky. It was created in 1912, during a period of intense artistic experimentation for Kandinsky. The painting is considered to be one of his most important works, and it is widely regarded as one of the first truly abstract paintings.
Sketch 160a is a complex and dynamic composition. The painting is dominated by a series of overlapping and intersecting geometric shapes, including circles, triangles, and squares. The shapes are rendered in a variety of bright colors, including red, yellow, blue, and green. The painting also features a number of calligraphic lines and symbols.
While the painting is abstract, it is still possible to discern some representational elements. In the lower left corner of the painting, there is a figure that appears to be a bird. In the upper right corner, there is a figure that appears to be a horse and rider. However, these figures are not clearly defined, and they are integrated into the overall abstract composition.
Sketch 160a is a powerful and expressive painting. It reflects Kandinsky's interest in the relationship between color, form, and music. The painting is also a testament to Kandinsky's pioneering spirit as an artist. With Sketch 160a, Kandinsky helped to break new ground in the development of abstract art.
Sketch 160a is a significant painting for a number of reasons. First, it is one of Kandinsky's earliest abstract paintings. Second, it is a complex and sophisticated work of art that reflects Kandinsky's deep understanding of color, form, and composition. Third, the painting is a testament to Kandinsky's pioneering spirit as an artist. With Sketch 160a, Kandinsky helped to break new ground in the development of abstract art.
The painting is also significant because it was created during a period of intense artistic experimentation for Kandinsky. In 1912, Kandinsky was a member of the Der Blaue Reiter group, a group of artists who were interested in exploring new forms of expressionism. Kandinsky was also experimenting with the use of music in his painting. He believed that color and form could be used to evoke musical experiences in the viewer.
Sketch 160a is a complex and challenging painting, but it is also a rewarding one. The painting is a feast for the eyes, and it invites the viewer to explore its many layers of meaning.
Materials
Materials
Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.
- The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
- The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
- The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Dispatching time: 1-2 days.
* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.
* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
Framing tips
Framing tips
Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.
The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.
If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).
If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.
The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.
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