Head 

Kazimir Malevich made this painting called "Head" with oil on canvas; although undated, it reflects his evolving visual language. Born in Ukraine and working in Russia in the early 20th century, Malevich was part of a generation seeking to break from tradition and create a new visual order. He was an active participant in the debates surrounding the role of art in the new Soviet society. His move towards pure abstraction, exemplified by his Suprematist compositions, can be seen as a rejection of representational forms tied to the old regime. "Head," however, retains a figurative element, a stylized face emerging from blocks of color. It reflects a moment in which artists were experimenting with ways to make art legible to a mass audience, yet also challenging the institutions of art and representation. Understanding Malevich requires us to look at manifestos, letters, and the writings of fellow artists. The social conditions that shape artistic production are the key to its interpretation.