This print showcases Hilma af Klint’s “The Ten Largest, No. 7, Adulthood,” part of her monumental series exploring the stages of human life. Completed between 1907 and 1908, these works represent a pioneering departure from traditional art forms into the realm of abstraction, where she sought to express universal spiritual truths. “Adulthood” features dynamic, flowing forms, vibrant colors, and symbolic shapes, capturing the evolution of the self during a time of personal and existential awakening. Part of a larger body of work, this piece conveys Hilma’s interest in the interconnectedness of the universe, blending mysticism and modernity in innovative ways.
Hilma af Klint (1862–1944) was a Swedish artist whose forward-thinking vision placed her decades ahead of the abstract art movement. Influenced by spiritualism and Theosophy, her art defied the conventions of the early 20th century. The “Paintings for the Temple,” of which “The Ten Largest” is a core component, were created as meditative pieces with philosophical and esoteric underpinnings. Each work in “The Ten Largest” explores a different phase of human existence—childhood, youth, adulthood, and old age—layered with symbolism, geometry, and organic design. Af Klint’s artistic legacy challenges perceptions of modernism and offers a profound inquiry into spiritual expression through abstract forms.
