Abstract pastel female portrait by Kees van den Burg

Abstract pastel-coloured female portrait.

Abstract art is a movement in which creators move away from the traditional representational representation of objects and subjects. Instead, they use shapes, colours, lines and textures to create a visual language independent of recognisable objects. Abstract art challenges viewers to add their own interpretations and emotions to the artwork, as there is no direct reference to reality.

This art movement emerged in the early 20th century, with artists such as Wassily Kandinsky, Kazimir Malevich and Piet Mondrian being pioneers in this field. Abstract art can take different forms, including abstract expressionism, constructivism, and minimalism, with each having its own approach and characteristics.

The work is in pastel colours including pale pink, baby blue, mint green, lavender and peach. These colours are often perceived as soothing and pleasing and are widely used in various contexts, such as fashion, interior design and graphic design.