N6!$3P: Reference art work : Geometric Abstraction

One kind of Abstract art. Started out in the 19th century. Fundamental characteristics evolved from Cubism - abstract space, flat, constructional elements. Geometric forms in nonillusionistic space combined into nonobjective compositions.

Not just an art but can be also for decorative motifs in religion, for example: click here >>> sacred geometry.

Takes on geometric elements - point and line. Simple geometry forms. Flat picture. According to Wassily Kandinsky, the way each point, lines and shapes is produced speaks.

Became different stylistic expressions in different countries.

Broadway Boogie Woogie
Piet Mondrian, 1942-43

Holland

Total geometric. Pure primary colors. No perspective. Rectangular grid. Rigorous composition,

Russia (1915) - Suprematism

White on White
Kazimir Malevich, 1918
On canvas.

producing nonobjective forms floating in white structured space.

Achieving the "absolute", "4th dimension".,

Oval Hanging Construction Number 12
Aleksandr Rodchenko, 1920
Plywood, aluminium paint, wire

Russia ( 1915) - Constructivism

Exploring geometric forms in 2d and 3d.

France (1920) - as foundation of Art Deco

geometric forms with purpose: decorative, applied, architecture.

Using the principle of geometric form, it is no surprise that soon it is integrated into architecture.
Check out: http://artstyleonline.com/design/life-in-art-deco-style/

1960s - influences Minimalist Art - pure geometric, eliminating all forms, concepts.

Chosen Artist's Info:
Zanis Waldheim

1909 - 1993
Born in Latvia.

Experienced World War 1 and 2.
Artist, Philosopher and Thinker.
1956 begins the exploring of idea on geometrician.
Inspired by Maine of Biran, many scientific authors and philosphies.
Produced 623 drawings.

For more info: http://www.waldheims.net/En_Life.html

Artworks

Zanis Waldheim, Geometric Abstraction Art (via Yves Jeanson)

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More on his works : http://www.waldheims.net/En_Index.html

Elements of Design Analysis:

either all straight or curve Line. can be diagonal or horizontal and vertical Direction. geometric Shape. elements about the same Scale. smooth Texture. can be light and dark or grayed Value. around the same tone of Color. strong and weak Chroma.

Principles of Design Analysis:

Balance leans towards symmetrical. Proportion is ideal. Rythm / Repetition occurs alternatively. Hierarchy - the items can be above, below or beside each other. Unity - patterns about the same.

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