Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944) was a Russian-born artist and art theorist who is often credited as one of the pioneers of abstract art. His work evolved from more representational paintings to increasingly abstract compositions as he delved deeper into the idea of expressing emotions and spiritual concepts through color, line, and form.

Kandinsky believed that art could evoke a spiritual resonance in the viewer, similar to how music could evoke emotions. His book "Concerning the Spiritual in Art" delves into these ideas.

Kandinsky taught at the Bauhaus, a groundbreaking German art and design school, from 1922 until its closure by the Nazis in 1933. At the Bauhaus, he collaborated with other influential artists and designers and further developed his abstract style.

After the Bauhaus closed, Kandinsky moved to France, where he spent the remainder of his life. His style continued to evolve, becoming more geometric in nature.

Kandinsky's impact on the art world is profound, with his ideas and works influencing numerous artists and movements throughout the 20th century and beyond.