Abstraction Based on Flower Forms II by David Kakabadze
Abstraction Based on Flower Forms II by David Kakabadze, painted in the early 1920s, is a vibrant work that exemplifies the artist’s innovative approach to modernist abstraction. In this piece, Kakabadze explores the dynamic forms and structures of flowers, transforming them into a composition of geometric shapes and bold, contrasting colors. The painting is characterized by a harmonious balance of curves and angles, with a palette that includes bright reds, blues, greens, and yellows. These elements work together to create a sense of movement and depth, capturing the energy and rhythm of floral forms while moving beyond literal representation. Kakabadze uses abstraction not only to depict the beauty of nature but also to delve into its underlying geometry and patterns.
This work is part of a series in which Kakabadze sought to merge Western modernist influences, such as Cubism and Futurism, with traditional Georgian motifs. "Abstraction Based on Flower Forms II" reflects his desire to create a synthesis of local cultural identity and avant-garde experimentation. His background in both art and science informed his approach, allowing him to explore concepts such as color theory and the physics of light in his compositions. This painting, like others in the series, is held at the Georgian National Museum in Tbilisi, where it remains a significant example of Kakabadze's contribution to the development of abstract art in the 20th century.
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Title: Abstraction Based on Flower Forms II
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Artist: David Kakabadze
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Date: Early 1920s
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Medium: Oil on canvas
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Style: Modernism, Abstraction
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Current Location: Georgian National Museum, Tbilisi
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Subject: An abstract depiction of floral forms using geometric shapes and bold colors to express the rhythm, movement, and structure of nature.