Artwork
Composition 248 White point
Composition 248 White point is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Wassily Kandinsky. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
About this work
Overview
Composition 248 White Point is a 1923 oil painting by Wassily Kandinsky, a Russian artist and theorist. The work is an example of abstract art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting's abstract composition lacks recognizable subjects, reflecting Kandinsky's exploration of non-representational art.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases Kandinsky's abstract style, characterized by geometric forms and expressive color.
History & Provenance
Kandinsky created the painting during his time in Germany. It is now part of the Hamburger Kunsthalle collection.
Context
Kandinsky's career spanned several countries, including Germany, Russia, and France, influencing his artistic development and contribution to abstract art.
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Artist
Wassily Wassilyevich Kandinsky (16 December 1866 – 13 December 1944) was a Russian painter and art theorist active in Germany during the late Belle Époque and Interwar eras.
