Unraveling the Enigma: The Controversy Surrounding Hilma af Klint

A legal battle is underway over the control and authorship of Swedish artist Hilma af Klint's visionary works, with historians questioning whether she is the sole creator of her iconic paintings. Scholars have suggested that other artists, including Anna Cassel, may have contributed to her works. The infighting and court battles have delayed plans for a permanent home for af Klint's creations and raised concerns about profiting from her newfound fame. The future of the Hilma af Klint Foundation, which oversees her legacy, is being determined by Swedish courts, with rivalries between the artist's family and the Anthroposophical Society causing further complications.
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