Japanese Flower 1913

"Japanese Flower" is a 1913 painting by Alexej von Jawlensky. It depicts a still life with a vase of flowers, a figure in a kimono, and a teapot, all against a bold red background. Jawlensky, a key figure in the Expressionist movement, is known for his bold colors and simplified forms. The work, which is characteristic of his "abstract" style, emphasizes the artist's emotional experience rather than a realistic depiction.