Description
In the vast and complex panorama of the art of the twentieth century, a figure whose name resonates strongly is that of Kazimir Malevich. Revolutionary both in technique and in theory, Malevich is better known for being the pioneer of suprematism, an artistic movement founded on the principle of supremacy of pure sensitivity in art, free of concrete representations. However, before fully dive into geometric abstraction, Malevich had a period in which his work showed a strong inclination for symbolism and a significant figurative background. It is in this context where we find the painting "sisters" (1910), an oil on canvas that offers an intriguing vision of its artistic evolution.
"Sisters" shows two sitting women, next to each other, in a composition that stands out for their simplicity and emotional depth. The color palette, dominated by dark and terrible tones, frames the female figures with splashes of a white off and a subtle red contrast. Malevich achieves, through a media economy, to capture a sense of intimacy and melancholy that is palpable even in the apparent stillness of the scene.
The composition is key in this work. The two figures are arranged in a proximity that denotes an intimate, possibly familiar relationship, as the title suggests. Malevich's firm and safe line confers a singular forcefulness to the figures, while leaving space for the interpretation and aura of mystery. The sisters are located in an indeterminate space, a dark background that does not offer clues about the environment, allowing the observer's attention to remain fixed on the subjects. This can also be interpreted as a reflection of the artist's intention to focus on the relationship and emotions shared between the figures, stripping them of contextual distractions.
Women's faces, although never completely natural, have an emotional burden that accentuates the expression of a contained existence. Malevich does not care about photographic realism, but about the ability to transmit, through its brushstrokes, a deeper and more essential truth about the human being. The position of the figures, slightly hunched over, suggests an introspection and an intense emotional connection that transcends the mere visual representation.
In "Sisters", you can see the confluence of several artistic influences that precede the Supreme Malevich. The work has echoes of symbolism, with its emphasis on deep emotions and spirituality, as well as Fauvism, in the expressive use of color. However, certain aspects of the geometric synthesis that Malevich would later develop in his career are already intuited. The forms are simplified to the point of almost becoming abstract patterns, a preliminary step towards the complete abstraction that will define its subsequent work.
Analyzing "sisters" from the perspective of Malevich's development as an artist offers a unique opportunity to better understand the transition and evolution of their style. This canvas is not only a testimony of its technical ability and emotional sensitivity, but also a bridge that connects its early symbolism with the radical and abstract visual language of suprematism.
In summary, "sisters" stands as a significant work in Kazimir Malevich's career, offering an introspective look at a time of his career in which he was still in dialogue with recognizable figures and explicit human emotions, before fully turning to Pure abstraction. It is a reminder of the vast spectrum of Malevich's talent and its ability to move the viewer through its artistic experiments.
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