Kleiner abstrakter Kopf (1934)
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Alexej von Jawlensky’s “Kleiner abstrakter Kopf” (1934) stands as a compelling testament to the power of abstract expressionism in capturing the essence and emotion of human presence without the reliance on realistic representation. The artwork showcases Jawlensky's layered technique and vivid color palette, elements that bring to life the abstract form of a head, distilled into basic colors and shapes.In this painting, deep and textured brush strokes of brown construct the majority of the facial form, with hints of dark black to suggest shadows and depth. The eyes of the figure are denoted by strokes of deep blue and pink, conveying a penetrating yet mysterious gaze. A vibrant stroke of yellow forms what appears to be the upper right region of the face, perhaps suggesting the presence of light interacting with the figure. The lips are markedly expressed with strokes of pink and red, drawing attention to them as a focal point of human expression.Jawlensky's artistry transforms the conventional portrait into a playground of color and texture, inviting viewers to experience the emotional landscape rather than just the visual details of the subject.
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Alexej Georgewitsch von Jawlensky (13 March 1864 – 15 March 1941) was a Russian expressionist painter active in Germany. He was a key member of the New Munich Artist's Association (Neue Künstlervereinigung München), Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider) group and later the Die Blaue Vier (The Blue Four).