Storeys
- Artist
- Wassily Kandinsky
- Date
- 1929 ; Alten \/ Dessau-alten , Germany
- Style
- Abstract art
- Genre
- Abstract
- Location
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
'Storeys' is a renowned painting, prominently displayed at the Goulandris Museum of Contemporary Art in Athens, Greece. Applying elements of Abstract art, this piece presents an intriguing interpretation of structural planes. Various layers or 'storeys' are denoted using different shades and strokes of oil paint, showcasing a visually captivating abstract narrative. The texture of the painting is elevated through the use of cardboard, lending a tactile roughness that enhances the piece's dimensional portrayal. Overall, 'Storeys' encapsulates a unique blend of traditional and contemporary art techniques.
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