Concerning the Spiritual in Art
Book • 1912
In this book, Kandinsky discusses the need for a spiritual revolution in painting, advocating for art that transcends the material world and conveys deeper spiritual truths.
He critiques prevailing art movements like naturalism and 'art for art's sake,' and introduces the concept of a spiritual triangle to illustrate the evolution of artistic expression.
Kandinsky emphasizes the importance of the psychology of color, the compositional interrelation of forms, and the responsibilities of both the artist and the viewer in achieving a pure and spiritual connection through art.
He anticipates the emergence of abstract art as a means to influence the human soul and foretells an epoch of great spirituality.
He critiques prevailing art movements like naturalism and 'art for art's sake,' and introduces the concept of a spiritual triangle to illustrate the evolution of artistic expression.
Kandinsky emphasizes the importance of the psychology of color, the compositional interrelation of forms, and the responsibilities of both the artist and the viewer in achieving a pure and spiritual connection through art.
He anticipates the emergence of abstract art as a means to influence the human soul and foretells an epoch of great spirituality.
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Mentioned by Brian Alfred in conversation with Jess Xiaoyi Han about Kandinsky's influence on her work and the emotional resonance of abstraction.
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