Pointed and Round (Spitz und Rund)
Reproduced image (Calendar Page); original is an Oil Painting on Canvas • Wassily Kandinsky
Style & Movement
Bauhaus / Abstract Art (Geometrical Abstraction)
Medium & Technique
Four-color process printing on paper (Reproduction); original is Oil on Canvas with geometric precision and color grading
Creation Period
Original created in 1925; this reproduction likely late 20th or early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 12 inches (Standard square calendar format)
Subject Description
A non-objective composition featuring a prominent inverted triangle filled with a complex internal structure of smaller geometric shapes and lines. It balances circular forms and linear elements against a soft, atmospheric blue and green background, exploring the tension between sharp points and soft curves.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (for a printed reproduction); visible creases and curling characteristic of paper calendar sheets
Estimated Market Value
$1 - $5 (Nominal value as decorative paper)
Auction Estimate
N/A (Not suitable for fine art auction)
Provenance History
Mass-produced commercial calendar item. No fine art provenance.
Art Historical Significance
The original work is a significant example of Kandinsky's Bauhaus period, where he focused on the analytical relationship between primary colors and geometric forms. This reproduction serves as an educational/decorative tool rather than an investment piece.
Notable Features
Features the characteristic geometric vocabulary of Kandinsky's mid-1920s output, including the use of the circle as a primary symbol of cosmological balance.
Condition Issues
Surface scuffing, edge wear, and horizontal curling due to paper weight and storage. No value-impacting damage as it is a print.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent further fading of the ink. If desired for decoration, mount in a standard UV-protective frame.
Collector Notes
From a calendar