Hilma af Klint

In this compelling biography of Hilma af Klint, the groundbreaking Swedish painter and mystic, Julia Voss explores the life and inspirations behind one of Europe's earliest abstract artists. Breaking away from academic traditions at the age of forty-four, af Klint created innovative works that challenged conventional norms, while her involvement in Theosophy intertwined her artistic pursuits with spirituality. Despite her immense popularity, including a record-breaking exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum, her story has remained largely untold—until now. Voss's research reveals the motivations and complexity of an artist who continues to intrigue and inspire.