Klänge Pl.17 1913

Klänge Pl.17 is a woodcut made by Wassily Kandinsky, using just black and white. The stark contrast emphasizes the physical act of carving, making the whole process so clear. The black almost acts like a frame, pushing the lighter shapes forward. Look how the white areas create these ambiguous figures, like ghostly apparitions or characters in a play. Those lines at the bottom – are they water, or just a pattern? It reminds me of Hilma af Klint’s work, especially her exploration of spiritual themes through abstract forms. Both artists were trying to find a visual language for the invisible, grappling with big questions about existence. Kandinsky isn't just depicting a scene; he's inviting us to contemplate the unseen forces that shape our world. It's a reminder that art can be a space for asking questions, rather than providing answers.