Artwork
Άνδρας με ψηλό καπέλο
Άνδρας με ψηλό καπέλο is a drawing by Solomon Nikritin. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.
About this work
Nikritin studied Malevich’s simple shapes but wanted art to involve the viewer more.
This drawing shows a man in a tall hat standing against a plain background. His face is shadowed under the hat’s brim. The lines are sharp and precise, like a building plan.
Nikritin studied Malevich’s simple shapes but wanted art to involve the viewer more. He called this idea “Projection.” The drawing feels half-finished, like a sketch meant to spark ideas.
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Overview
The drawing 'Man with a Tall Hat' is a work by Solomon Nikritin, created as part of his exploration into new representational aspects in painting.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork depicts a man in a tall hat against a plain background, with his face obscured by shadow. The enigmatic figure is presented in a state of evolution, inviting viewer interpretation.
Technique & Style
Characterized by sharp, precise lines reminiscent of architectural plans, the drawing reflects Nikritin's interest in geometric simplicity and constructivist principles.
Context
Nikritin's work was influenced by Kazimir Malevich's suprematism and the constructivist movement. He developed the 'Projection' theory, which emphasized the role of the viewer in completing the artwork.
Artist & collection
Artist
Solomon Nikritin made sculptures from metal that look like they’ve been hammered together in a garage after midnight.
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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