“Fanny Machine – The machinery” by František Kupka, created in 1928, is an abstract oil painting on canvas. It belongs to the Constructivism and Orphism art movements. The artwork, measuring 74 x 84 cm, is part of the collection at the Georges Pompidou Center in Paris, France.
The artwork showcases a complex interplay of geometric forms and mechanical elements, rendered in a muted palette of grays, whites, and soft earth tones. Circular shapes dominate the composition, interconnected with lines and arcs that suggest the inner workings of an intricate machine. The overlapping patterns and concentric circles create a rhythmic and dynamic visual effect, compelling the viewer to explore the interlocking components of this abstract machinery. The composition is both rigorous and fluid, illustrating Kupka’s mastery in blending artistic abstraction with mechanical precision.
