This print is from Hilma af Klint’s celebrated series *The Ten Largest*. A transformative part of her larger body of work *Paintings for the Temple*, these pieces explore the stages of human development through a spiritual lens. Rich with symbolic geometry and lyrical color schemes, the series divides human existence into ten metaphysical steps, arranged in groups that follow childhood, youth, adulthood, and old age. The vibrant spirals, floral motifs, and cosmic imagery within these pieces reflect her interest in merging science, religion, and the esoteric. This work showcases af Klint’s groundbreaking contributions to abstraction years before other renowned artists explored similar territories.
Hilma af Klint (1862–1944) was a pioneering Swedish abstract artist and mystic. Drawn to spiritualism and Theosophy, af Klint viewed her art as a channel through which she communicated universal truths. She believed her paintings were guided by higher entities and sought to synthesize the material and spiritual realms. Despite her innovative approach to abstraction, her work remained largely unseen until well after her death, as she believed it was created for future audiences more attuned to its meaning. Today, her work is celebrated for its intellectual depth, spiritual resonance, and revolutionary place in the history of modern art.
