Wassily Kandinsky – författare

Wassily Kandinskys Om det andliga i konsten tillhör 1900-talets viktigaste teoretiska texter om konst. Den skapade ett stort intresse för abstraktion och anknyter trots sin modernism till äldre tiders traktat om måleri. Här presenteras den återigen på svenska, i Ulf Lindes och Sonja Martinssons översättning. Lindes företal, liksom alla Kandinskys träsnitt i inlagan, ingår.

Konstvetaren Annika Öhrner har skrivit ett efterord till utgåvan.

In "Concerning the Spiritual in Art," Wassily Kandinsky, a pioneer of abstract art, invites you to embark on a profound exploration of the spiritual dimension of artistic expression. With his deep understanding of the intersection between art and spirituality, Kandinsky uncovers the veiled secrets that lie beneath the surface of every stroke and every hue.

Through a series of captivating essays, Kandinsky delves into the importance of inner necessity, spirituality, and pure emotion in the creation of art. He challenges conventional notions of representation, urging artists to abandon the confines of materialism and embrace the metaphysical world. Kandinsky argues that the true artist must strive to tap into their innermost being to create works that resonate with the soul.

Drawing from his own experiences and insights, Kandinsky offers invaluable guidance on how to infuse art with spiritual meaning. He explores the power of color as a means of emotional expression, the significance of form and composition in evoking transcendent experiences, and the interplay between the artist, the artwork, and the viewer.

With "Concerning the Spiritual in Art," Kandinsky ushers us into a realm where the boundaries of the visible dissolve, giving way to a heightened understanding of ourselves and the universe. This profound work will ignite your imagination, challenging you to explore the limitless possibilities of art and the transformative power of the spiritual within.