Untitled 1928

Léon Tutundjian made this untitled drawing in 1923. Here, simple lines intersect with a circular form, characteristic of the Constructivist movement. Born in Armenia, Tutundjian's artistic journey took him through diverse cultural landscapes, from Russia to Paris. The early 20th century was a period of intense social and political upheaval, particularly after the Russian Revolution, which had a profound impact on artistic expression. Constructivism emerged as an attempt to reflect the new industrial society. Artists sought to create abstract forms that mirrored the efficiency and order of the machine age. Tutundjian's exploration of geometric abstraction, demonstrates a radical departure from traditional art forms, signaling a desire to break free from the past. To fully appreciate Tutundjian's work, it’s essential to explore the history of Constructivism, the social conditions that shaped artistic production, and the cultural exchange between Eastern and Western Europe.