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In the evolution of modernist art, Kazimir Malevich stands out as a central figure whose radical approach to abstraction and color use has left an indelible brand in art history. The "holiday" painting made in 1927, is a clear manifestation of its creative genius and its ability to capture the essence of art through simple forms and bright colors.
Observing the work, one meets a composition that is bold in its simplicity. Malevich, a pioneer of suprematism, a movement that he founded, plays here with geometric shapes that appear to float in a space without reference. The work is characterized by rectangles and squares that seem to be in a state of fluid harmony, arranged in a distribution that, even if it may seem random, reveals an intentional balance.
The colors in "on vacation" are striking and primary: red, blue, yellow and green dominate the canvas, contrasting vividly with each other and, in turn, generating a feeling of dynamism and contained energy. This vibrant color palette reveals Malevich's intention to represent a reality beyond the visible, an idea that aligns with the principles of his theory of suprematism, in which art should transcend the object and aspire to the purity of the shape and color.
It should be noted that in "on vacation", as in much of Malevich's work, we do not find human figures or traditional narrative elements. The absence of characters and the focus on abstract forms places the viewer in a field where interpretation is free, promoting a more immediate and personal connection with art. It is not a descriptive scene, but rather an emotional and visual vibration that invites contemplation and questioning of perceptible realities.
From a historical perspective, 1927 is a significant year in the life of Kazimir Malevich. It is the period in which the artist, after having reached the cusp of his suprematist development, begins to experiment with a return to more representative ways, although without ever abandoning its abstract essence. In "on vacation", however, it can be seen that the influence of suprematism remains strong and intact.
Malevich's art, and specifically works such as "on vacation", deeply influenced the subsequent development of abstract art and minimalism. His explorations around the supremacy of pure artistic perception of objective representation radically changed the previous notions about what art should be and transmit.
Finally, "on vacation" is a work that, although abstracted in its form, manages to transmit a feeling of joy and visual rest. Even without figurative or narrative contexts, Malevich manages to evoke an atmosphere that corresponds to the title of the work, a testimony of its mastery to communicate emotions and states of being beyond the tangible and recognizable.
In conclusion, "on vacation" of Kazimir Malevich is both a culmination and an affirmation of the power of abstraction. It is a piece that continues to talk to modern viewers eloquence, maintaining the relevance and impact of Malevich's artistic vision almost a century after its creation.
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