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Wassily Kandinsky, Figurines pour paiting XVI, Kiev, 1928

SKU:  191433

Wassily Kandinsky, Figurines pour paiting XVI, Kiev, 1928

€50,00 EUR
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Wassily Kandinsky's "Figurines pour painting XVI, Kiev, 1928" is a watercolor masterpiece that exudes a sense of whimsy and intrigue. This artwork portrays an assembly of biomorphic shapes, floating gracefully against a pristine white backdrop. These shapes are rendered in an array of vibrant colors, including hues of red, yellow, blue, and green. Some of these forms appear as recognizable human figures, while others retain a more abstract essence.

Kandinsky created "Figurines pour painting XVI, Kiev, 1928" during his tenure in Kiev, Ukraine, where he was instructing at the Kiev Art Institute. During this period, he ventured into various styles and techniques, reflecting his profound curiosity about the symbiotic connection between art and music. He held the belief that art possessed the capacity to evoke emotions akin to the way music does.

The title of the painting, "Figurines pour painting XVI, Kiev, 1928," holds significance. "Figurines" implies that the depicted shapes are delicate and petite, while "painting" suggests their integration into a more extensive composition. The numeral "XVI" hints at the artwork's place within a larger series.

"Figurines pour painting XVI, Kiev, 1928" has been subject to diverse interpretations. Some art scholars perceive the shapes as a glimpse into Kandinsky's inner world, while others see them as representations of distinct facets of the human psyche. Still, others view the artwork as a celebration of the sheer beauty inherent in form and color.

Irrespective of its interpretation, "Figurines pour painting XVI, Kiev, 1928" stands as a captivating and enchanting artwork. It serves as a testament to Kandinsky's artistic ingenuity and his mastery of the watercolor medium, captivating viewers with its allure and inviting them to explore its depths.

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

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

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

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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