The Museum of Modern Art features Hilma af Klint's exhibit titled "What Stands Behind the Flowers," highlighting for the first time her detailed botanical drawings created in 1919 and 1920. Known for her abstract works, this new body of art represents af Klint's self-directed exploration of nature, infusing spiritual meaning into her studies. The intricate details of 46 drawings reveal her scientific background and deep appreciation for the natural world, encouraging viewers to attune to plants' significance and the lessons they bring about human existence.
"First, I shall try to penetrate the flowers of the earth; use as a point of departure the plants of the earth. This world is the best textbook."
These drawings, created in 1919 and 1920, highlight Hilma af Klint's deep connection to nature and exploration of spiritual meaning through botanical art.
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