Constructivism
An
abstract art movement founded in Russia in 1913.
Constructivism swept away traditional notions about
art with its belief that art should imitate the forms
and processes of modern technology. Sculpture was
'constructed' using industrial materials and
techniques, and in painting, abstract forms were used
to create structures reminiscent of machine
technology. Although 'pure' Constructivism was
current in Russia only during the early years of the
Revolution, its aims and ideals have been used by
artists throughout the twentieth century.
Representative
painters:
Gabo, Lissitzky, Moholy-Nagy, Rodchenko,
Tatlin