Unlocking Kandinsky’s Abstract Symphony
This deep-dive into Composition VII by Wassily Kandinsky explores one of the most complex and spiritually charged abstract paintings of the 20th century. Created in 1913 on the eve of World War I, this massive canvas unites the themes of apocalypse, rebirth, and spiritual transcendence through Kandinsky’s unique language of color, line, and form. Drawing from theosophy, music, folk art, and Expressionism, Kandinsky painted a visual symphony meant to stir the soul. This episode breaks down the painting’s historical context, hidden symbols, psychological resonance, and enduring influence on modern and contemporary art.