Wassily Kandinsky - Holland – Strandkörbe (Holland – Beach Chairs) - 1904

Wassily Kandinsky's "Holland – Strandkörbe" is a lively and colorful depiction of a beach scene, likely from his time in the Netherlands. While the exact date isn't always specified, it's generally placed within his early period, before his complete shift to abstraction. The painting features the characteristic beach chairs (Strandkörbe) common on European beaches, arranged in a way that emphasizes both the order and the social aspect of beach life. Kandinsky uses a vibrant color palette and expressive brushstrokes, capturing the brightness and energy of a sunny day by the sea. The painting suggests a sense of leisure and relaxation, while the slightly abstracted forms hint at the direction his art would take in the coming years. It's a fascinating glimpse into Kandinsky's evolving style as he moved away from more representational forms towards greater abstraction.

Source: Lenbachhaus