Kleine Welten III (1922)

The painting "Kleine Welten III" by Wassily Kandinsky, created in 1922, showcases his move towards abstraction, where form and function are independent of visual references in the world. In this composition, you can observe an assortment of geometric and abstract shapes entwined with dynamic lines and vivid colors.A strong curvilinear form dominates the central area, swirl around shaped patches of color and what resembles explosions of black and colored lines, suggesting motion and energy. The use of contrasting colors and shapes—circles, squares, and abstract figures—creates a sense of depth and interaction within the constrained space of the canvas. Kandinsky’s typical use of floating geometric elements can also be seen, which contributes to the impression of a non-gravitational space, almost a celestial or cosmic feel.The artwork continues Kandinsky's exploration of the emotional and spiritual effects of color and form. His works from this period were influential in the development of abstract art, emphasizing the inner feelings over representational form, which he believed distracted from the ultimate expression of the inner necessity of the artist. "Kleine Welten III" appears as a microcosm of Kandinsky's larger artistic philosophy, presenting viewers with a visual symphony of colors and shapes meant to evoke emotional resonance rather than depict the physical world.