Altarpiece No. 1, Group X

"Altarpiece No. 1, Group X" by Hilma af Klint exemplifies her pioneering approach to Abstract art. Created using tempera on paper, this work features geometric forms and symbolic diagrams that visually express complex spiritual ideas rooted in her belief system influenced by Theosophy and séances. As a member of "The Five," af Klint aimed to contact the "High Masters," translating metaphysical concepts into innovative, non-representational imagery. Her early Abstract compositions predate many well-known modern pioneers, highlighting her significant impact on the evolution of modern art.