The Ten Largest No. 4 | Hilma af Klint Card

The Ten Largest, No. 4, Youth (1907) is one of the key works in Hilma af Klint's series The Ten Largest, in which she explored the spiritual and metaphysical stages of human life. This painting focuses on the theme of youth, embodying vitality, growth, and boundless potential. The composition features vibrant colours and dynamic shapes that evoke energy, spontaneity, and the uncontained spirit of youth. Abstract forms swirl and intersect, suggesting the burst of creative force and emotional intensity characteristic of adolescence and early adulthood. The use of bold and radiant hues emphasizes the exuberance and optimism of youth, while the spiritual motifs embedded in the work suggest the beginning of a deeper exploration of the self and the universe. Af Klint’s mystical and symbolic approach invites the viewer to reflect on the transformative power of youth and its connection to the larger cosmic forces at play in human development. Use the design tools to add custom text or personalise the image.