Bridge. Sevres 1912

Aleksandra Ekster's painting titled 'Bridge. Sèvres' shatters the conventional depiction of space using a Cubo-Futurist style. The bridge, buildings and river are presented through a dynamic arrangement of fragmented planes and geometric shapes, creating a sense of movement. Cool blues and greys contrast with warmer tones of orange and brown, which add depth to the composition. Ekster dismantles traditional perspective by showing the scene from multiple viewpoints simultaneously. This destabilization of spatial perception aligns with early 20th century avant-garde movements that challenged fixed ways of seeing. The interplay of transparency and opacity in the painting further complicates the viewer's understanding of form. The semiotic system of signs creates cultural codes that inform the artwork's reception. By engaging with avant-garde movements, it challenges the conventional representation of space, reflecting a broader discourse on modern life. It's a space for ongoing interpretation.