Munich-Schwabing with the church of St. Ursula
- Artist
- Wassily Kandinsky
- Date
- 1908 ; Munich \/ Monaco , Germany
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Cityscape
- Location
- Lenbachhaus
'Munich-Schwabing with the church of St. Ursula' is a notable creation by Russian artist Wassily Kandinsky, a figurehead for Expressionism and the wider movement of abstract art. The painting is a vibrant cityscape portraying the Schwabing district of Munich, with the St. Ursula church prominently featured. Kandinsky's innovative and bold use of color and form imbue the familiar urban scene with an uncommon energy and dynamism, reflecting the pioneering spirit of his artistic vision. This work is a powerful example of how Kandinsky's expressionist style reimagined representation in painting.
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