UNOVIS (The Affirmers of the New Art)

UNOVIS, or "The Affirmers of the New Art," was a group of Russian artists and theorists formed in 1919 in Vitebsk, led by the painter Kazimir Malevich. They championed Suprematism, a movement focused on basic geometric forms and a limited color palette, emphasizing abstract art as a means of expressing pure feeling and thought. UNOVIS aimed to break from traditional art styles, reflecting the radical changes in society after the Russian Revolution. Their work sought to redefine art's purpose and its role in the new world, influencing modern art and design for years to come.