
1871–1957 · Czech · 25 artworks
artist bio
František Kupka was a Czech painter and graphic artist, considered one of the pioneers of abstract art. His work explored the relationship between music and painting, and he developed a unique style that blended Orphism with his spiritual and philosophical interests.
what you'll learn
Studying Kupka's work allows students to explore the transition from representational to abstract art, and to understand how artists can use color, form, and composition to express emotions and ideas. His exploration of spiritual themes also provides a unique perspective on the role of art in society.
related: Wassily Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian

The novelist
1903

The Crowning of Helen
1906

Money
1899

Ballad of Epona
1900

Tango
1909

The Beginning of Life
1900

Yellow Spectrum
1907

Autumn Sun, Three Goddesses
1906

Self-Portrait with Wife
1908

The Lotus Soul
1898

The Black Idol (Resistance)
1903

The Wave
1902

The Little Girl with a Ball
1908

Lipstick
1908

The Book Lover
1897

The Gallien girl
1910

Babylon
1906

Always poor
1902

The tree
1906

Equality (Money)
1902

Sphinx

Humanitas

Self-Portrait
1905

The chestnut tree in blossom
1906

The Way of Silence
1903