“In general, therefore, color is a means of exerting a direct influence upon the soul. Color is the keyboard. The eye is the hammer. The soul is the piano with its many strings. The artist is the hand that purposefully sets the soul vibrating by means of this or that key.”
Quote by Wassily Kandinsky
Work
Kandinsky, Complete Writings on Art
The book is a compilation of Kandinsky's essays, lectures, and correspondence, providing a deep insight into his philosophical approach to art and his influence on modern art movements. more
Author
Wassily Kandinsky
Wassily Kandinsky, born on December 16, 1866, and died on December 13, 1944, was a prominent artist from Russia. He is considered one of the pioneers of abstract art and his works have had a profound impact on 20th-century art. more
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