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Kazimir Malevich, an iconic figure of avant -garde art and founder of suprematism, left an indelible mark on the artistic history of the twentieth century. Its exploration of abstract forms and their rejection of direct representation have fed deep dialogues about the essence of art and perception. In his work "Maternity".
"Maternity" reveals a complexity that goes beyond the apparent simplicity of its elements. The composition is focused on two stylized figures that seem to embody the maternal relationship in its purest form. Although Malevich is known for its geometric and abstract art, this work includes influences from its figurative stage prior to suprematism, showing recognizable figures although made with a geometric and minimalist treatment.
The use of color in "maternity" is captivating in its sobriety. The palette is maintained in predominantly dark tones with a marked contrast of white and gray. The figures, a mother and her son, are represented in a color scheme that reinforces the connection between them, using differentiated color planes to create a sensation of dimensionality and proximity.
The mother is presented with a simple white dress, while the child, visibly smaller and with softened features, appears in her lap, her figure being a miniature echo of the dominant matriarchal presence. This configuration of the figures is an indication of the influence of the omnipresent religious icon of Russian orthodox art, which Malevich surely knew well. The holiness of motherhood is suggested without resorting to superfluous narrative elements, achieving a balance between the representational and the abstract.
In terms of format, the verticality of painting reinforces the stability and integrity of the central theme. Malevich manages to struggle a powerful narrative in a minimalist representation, highlighting its ability to communicate through economic forms and a restricted color range. Madonna and the child, although abstract, evoke an intimacy that transcends the pictorial composition.
The historical context also plays a crucial role in this work. 1934 was a period of significant socio -political changes in the Soviet Union; The function of art narrowed more and more with the objectives of the State. Malevich, who had explored the extreme possibilities of suprematism previously, as in his famous "black square", was almost forced to reintroduce figurative elements in his work. "Maternity" can be interpreted as an attempt to reconcile your suprematist vision with the demands of the time, without completely abandoning its fundamental principles.
In the comparison with other works by Malevich, it is evident that "maternity" incorporates aesthetic simplicity and a celebration of the human figure transformed by the suprematist perspective. Despite external restrictions, Malevich did not sacrifice its commitment to innovation and formal reduction. Works such as "athlete" and "peasant with bread face" reflect a continuity in the use of geometric shapes and a color economy that can also be seen in "maternity."
In conclusion, "Maternity" of Kazimir Malevich is a work that synthesizes crucial moments of his artistic career. He painting It is a testimony of the artist's ability to handle universal themes with a unique visual language, resonating both in its sobriety color and in its stylized forms. Malevich, even within the imposed limitations, manages to erect a visual poetic that continues to inspire and defy contemporary perception, demonstrating that, in effect, motherhood is an abstraction that transcends both the form and time.
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