Art never ceases to amaze, and today we stand before a discovery that could rewrite part of the history of one of the masters of abstraction: Vasily Kandinsky.
The study “A Proposal for an Unpublished Kandinsky”, authored by independent researcher Maria De Lorenzo, brings to light a previously unseen work by the renowned Russian painter.
The artwork in question, “Landscape with Figures”, is a small oil on canvas mounted on cardboard. Through meticulous stylistic and scientific analysis, the painting has been attributed to Kandinsky with solid supporting evidence. But the surprise doesn’t end there: beneath the surface of the painting, sophisticated radiographic techniques have uncovered a hidden composition—“Study of a Child’s Face”, a possible anatomical study from Kandinsky’s formative years.
Why is this discovery so extraordinary?
The painting displays all the distinctive elements of Kandinsky’s artistic language in his early years, before his shift toward abstraction.
Diagnostic analyses, including chemical pigment investigations and radiographic studies, confirm a chronological compatibility with the early 1900s.
The monogram “K” discovered in the hidden painting further strengthens the attribution.
A New Chapter in Art History?
Maria De Lorenzo’s research highlights the power of science in rediscovering the world’s artistic heritage. This study not only provides fresh insights into Kandinsky’s stylistic evolution but also paves the way for further investigations into other yet-to-be-discovered works.
Where to Read the Study?
The paper is published by WHA Publishing House in the journal Unitelematica Leonardo Da Vinci, representing a crucial contribution for scholars and art enthusiasts alike.
Join us in exploring this exceptional discovery—a significant step forward in understanding one of the great pioneers of modern painting!