Suprematism: The Bold and Abstract Art Movement of the 20th Century When one thinks of art, various forms and styles may come to mind. However, there is one movement that challenges traditional ideas of art and embraces a bold and abstract approach. This is known as Suprematism. Suprematism emerged in the early 20th century in Russia, during a period marked by political and social turmoil. It was founded by Kazimir Malevich, a Russian artist who believed that art should not be based on objective reality, but rather on pure emotion and feeling.