“A II” is an abstract constructivist artwork created by Laszlo Moholy-Nagy in 1924. The artwork exemplifies the geometric and minimalist aesthetic central to the Constructivism movement, utilizing basic shapes, lines, and colors to create a structured yet dynamic composition.
In this artwork, geometric shapes such as rectangles and circles are strategically layered and intersected, creating a sense of depth and complexity. Predominantly featuring a palette of black, white, yellow, and red hues, it uses color contrast to highlight the interplay between the various forms. The composition includes a large black rectangle forming a base, with a smaller white rectangle and black rectangle creating a sense of structure. These elements are intersected by vibrant yellow strips and a red circle, further enhancing the visual dynamism. All of these elements are positioned against a muted brown background, which serves to emphasize the shapes and their interrelations without distractions. This composition not only showcases Moholy-Nagy’s mastery in combining simplicity with sophistication but also embodies the Constructivist ethos of integrating art and modern industrial design principles.
