Vasily Kandinsky

Vasily Kandinsky was a pioneering Russian painter and art theorist, often credited with creating some of the first abstract artwork in the early 20th century. He believed that color and form could express emotions and spiritual truths without representing the physical world. Influenced by music, he sought to evoke feelings through color combinations and shapes. His notable works include "Composition VII" and "Improvisation 31." Kandinsky was also a key figure in the Bauhaus movement, emphasizing the connection between art and design, and his theories continue to influence modern art and aesthetics today.