The artwork titled “Suprematism,” created by Kazimir Malevich in 1915, exemplifies the art movement of Suprematism. This abstract piece, rendered using oil on canvas, measures 87.5 by 72 centimeters.
The artwork is characterized by its use of geometric shapes, primarily black rectangles and squares, which seem to float against a stark white background. A solitary circular form, rendered in a shade of yellow, punctuates the otherwise monochromatic composition, drawing the viewer’s eye. Both the angular and rounded shapes in the artwork are dispersed asymmetrically, evoking a sense of dynamic motion. The deliberate use of basic forms in this composition underscores the Suprematist emphasis on pure artistic feeling rather than representational forms. The textural quality of the black shapes suggests a certain depth and intricacy, while the clean white background provides a minimalist counterpoint, highlighting the contrast and interplay among the geometric elements.
