Town 1910

Kazimir Malevich painted this untitled townscape, sometime in the early 20th century, using oil on canvas. As a key figure in the Russian avant-garde, Malevich was deeply engaged with the socio-political shifts of his time, seeking new modes of artistic expression that would resonate with a changing society. The painting has an emotional intensity which embodies a sense of transition. The town seems to be on the verge of something; with an abstract arrangement of shapes and colors challenging traditional representations. Malevich's move towards abstraction can be seen as a response to the desire for a more egalitarian society. He believed that art could transcend social hierarchies, offering a universal visual language that could be understood by all. He once stated that, "suprematism is the rediscovery of the pure art." The painting serves as both a reflection of societal change and an expression of personal emotion during times of turmoil.