Who painted Structural I?

Structural I was painted by Paul Klee in 1924-01-01.

Where can I see Structural I?

Structural I is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is Structural I?

Structural I is associated with Bauhaus.

Artwork

Structural I

Paul Klee , 1924

Structural I is an unspecified painting by the Bauhaus artist Paul Klee. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About this work

Technique & Style

It is executed in oil on canvas, a medium commonly associated with Klee's abstract language of line, shape, and color.

Structural I is a 1924 painting by Paul Klee. It is executed in oil on canvas, a medium commonly associated with Klee's abstract language of line, shape, and color. The work embodies a geometric abstraction that balances structural rigor with lyrical composition, reflecting Klee's exploration of visual rhythm and spatial depth.

The surface demonstrates careful handling, preserving the integrity of the painted forms while maintaining the subtle tonal variations characteristic of his later period.

History & Provenance

Structural I was created in 1924 by Paul Klee, documented as a painting in his oeuvre. The work entered the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it remains on view. Its inception is recorded as 1924, aligning with the artist’s activity during his Bauhaus period.

No record of a specific commission or subsequent ownership transfer beyond its acquisition by the museum is available.

Overview

Created in 1924, Structural I is an abstract oil painting by Paul Klee that belongs to the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The work exemplifies Klee’s exploration of formal relationships through a dense network of lines and muted hues, punctuated by occasional highlights of yellow and white. Its composition invites viewers to consider the interplay of structure and spontaneity.

Subject & Meaning

The painting does not depict a recognizable scene; instead, it presents a visual investigation of underlying order. Klee arranges intersecting straight and curved lines to suggest a hidden framework, while the contrasting dark and light tones hint at tension between stability and movement. The title underscores the artist’s interest in the architectural qualities of pictorial space.