Reinterpretation of the “Black Square” continues to captivate visitors at Malevich Park, located in the Moscow region. Now, with the arrival of winter, the sculpture takes on a completely new dimension, reflecting the stark beauty of the snow-covered landscape and the crisp clarity of the season.

Situated near Barvikha and Nemchinovka, the park was inspired by Kazimir Malevich’s connection to these countryside landscapes which influenced his figurative style. Orekhov’s sculpture serves as a homage to Malevich and creates a dialogue between art and nature.

In winter, the polished stainless steel mirrors of the sculpture interact with the snow and the frosty air, creating an almost surreal experience. The reflective surfaces now blend seamlessly with the white expanses, offering visitors a multidimensional view that shifts between the tangible and the infinite. As curator Mikhail Sidlin remarked, “The viewer becomes an accomplice, stepping into an endless corridor of reflections.” This effect is heightened by the unique interplay of light and shadow that only the winter months can provide.

While the conceptual depth of the sculpture remains unchanged, its visual impact transforms dramatically in the winter. The contrast between the geometric structure and the organic beauty of snow-covered nature emphasizes the duality of the work — a bridge between the natural and the industrial, the past and the future.

The new photographs, taken by Nikita Subbotin, capture the essence of Orekhov’s vision in this seasonal transformation. They highlight how the “Black Square” evolves with its environment, offering visitors a fresh perspective with each visit.