Painting with Troika

Look closely at Painting with Troika. Vibrant colored painting of beachscape with figures, structure, and ox pulled cart.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What catches your eye before you read the artist and date? The Art Institute dates Painting with Troika to January 18, 1911.

SERENDIPITYA little unexpected

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A CLOSER LOOK

Vasily Kandinsky Born Moscow (formerly Russian Empire, now Russia), 1866; died Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, 1944 made this painting. The museum dates it January 18, 1911.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoPainting with Troika

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