Kazimir Malevich was a renowned abstract painter born on February 23, 1879 in Kiev, Ukraine. He is best known for his iconic works such as "Black Square," "White on White," and other geometric pieces. He was also hired by Vladimir Mayakovskiy and Vsevolod Meyerhold to decorate their 1918 play "Mystery Bouffe." Malevich's works have had a lasting impact on the art world and continue to be celebrated today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $60 million (2024)
Some Kazimir Malevich images
About
Abstract Painter associated with Suprematism and known for "Black Square," "White on White," and other geometric works. He was hired by Vladimir Mayakovskiy and Vsevolod Meyerhold to decorate "Mystery Bouffe," their 1918 play.
Before Fame
He attended the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture from 1904 until 1910. He was featured in the Soyuz Molodyozhi's second and third exhibitions in 1911 and 1912.
Trivia
He created the theatrical set for the opera, "Victory Over the Sun," from 1913.
Family Life
He was born to Ludwika and Seweryn Malewicz, who were ethnic Poles forced to flee the Kopyl Region of Belarus following the January Uprising of 1863. He grew up with 13 siblings.
Associated With
His art work was featured in the film, "Melancholia," which starred Kirsten Dunst.