Objective Critique

Suprematist Composition (blue rectangle over the red beam) Oil on canvas 88 x 70.5 cm. 1916
by Kazimir Malevich

This piece was the most expensive Russian art sold. It is a compilation of rectangles assorted in a collage-like manner. The black rectangle in the middle brings a sense of balance to the piece while the blue on top of it allows the viewer's eyes to continue the flow around the entirety of it. The orange rectangle that crosses over accomplishes the same, making it very easy for one to maneuver the whole picture.

The colors bring movement and some potential energy to the work. Being that each, the green, blue, and pink rectangles are the only of their kind in color and particular shape, this allows for more emphasis on these areas. Leaving the background white creates stark contrast and gives the impression of tension.