Publisher's Synopsis
The Art of Spiritual Harmony is a book by the renowned Russian artist Wassily Kandinsky, available in a large print edition for easy reading. The book explores the relationship between art and spirituality, arguing that art has the power to evoke spiritual experiences in the viewer. Kandinsky draws on his own experiences as an artist and his interest in theosophy and mysticism to offer a unique perspective on the role of art in human life. He discusses the importance of color, form, and composition in creating a spiritual experience, and offers practical advice for artists seeking to create works that are spiritually meaningful. The Art of Spiritual Harmony is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that will appeal to anyone interested in the intersection of art and spirituality.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1914. Illustrated. Kandinsky, the great modernist painter, is considered by many to be the father of abstract art and a leader in the movement to free art from traditional bonds. This volume, originally published under the title Concerning the Spiritual in Art, offers Kandinsky's provocative thoughts on color theory, nature of art as well as his analysis of Picasso, Matisse, and earlier masters. Contents: A. About General Aesthetic: Introduction; The Movement of the Triangle; Spiritual Revolution; The Pyramid. B. About Painting: The Psychological Working of Color; The Language of Form and Color; Theory; and Art and Artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.