Hilma af Klint What a Human Being Is 1910 Abstract Art Print

Hilma af Klint was exploring the boundaries of spiritual abstraction years before the world recognized the movement as a formal art style. This print, titled “What a Human Being Is” from 1910, centers on a delicate pink heart enclosed within a large circular aura. A vertical spiral of concentric rings pierces through the center, connecting a vibrant rainbow-colored base to a soft, ethereal background of pastel yellows and blues. The composition is balanced yet dynamic, using geometric precision to express complex metaphysical concepts.

The artwork evokes a sense of cosmic interconnectedness and inner exploration. Unlike the rigid abstraction that followed later in the 20th century, af Klint’s work feels organic and deeply personal, as if she were charting the invisible energies of the soul. Looking at these soft gradients and rhythmic lines creates a contemplative atmosphere, encouraging the viewer to pause and reflect on the intricate nature of existence and the balance between the physical and spiritual worlds.

Build the wall outward from hilma af klint prints, then bring in mid century modern art for contrast.