Artwork
Μελέτη για τη "Σύνθεση με τρία κέντρα"
Μελέτη για τη "Σύνθεση με τρία κέντρα" is a drawing by Ivan Kliun. It dates from 1930 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.
About this work
You see geometric shapes on a white background in this drawing.
It's from a time when artists were exploring new ideas.
Ivan Kliun was part of a group that liked simple shapes and colors, which is interesting because it was a new way of thinking about art.
You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Kliun, Ivan (1873-1943)
Overview
This drawing is a study for Ivan Kliun's 'Composition with three centers', created in 1932. It features geometric shapes on a white background, characteristic of the artist's exploration of Suprematism.
Subject & Meaning
The work combines geometric forms, predominantly spherical shapes, in red, yellow, and black, arranged to create rhythmic movements. Colour is used to convey depth and distance between shapes, creating a sense of approach or withdrawal.
Technique & Style
Kliun's style here reflects his interpretation of Suprematism, focusing on form, colour, and light. The arrangement of shapes along various axes divides the space and generates dynamic movements.
History & Provenance
The final work, 'Composition with three centers', is held in the Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow. This study is a precursor to that piece, showcasing Kliun's development of Suprematist principles in the early 20th century.
Context
Kliun was part of the Suprematist movement, led by Kazimir Malevich, which emphasized geometric shapes and colours as primary art elements. He later developed his own interpretation, diverging from Malevich's strict principles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ivan Vasilievich Kliun, or Klyun, born Klyunkov (Russian: Иван Васильевич Клюн; 1 September 1873, in Bolshiye Gorky, Petushinsky District – 13 December 1943, in Moscow) was a Russian Avant-Garde painter, sculptor and…
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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