“Accession II” is a sculpture by Eva Hesse, created between 1968 and 1969. The artwork, belonging to the Post-Minimalism movement, is composed of steel and plastic. It can be found at the Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit, Michigan, USA.
The artwork is a cubic structure with all surfaces, both internal and external, densely covered in protruding plastic tubes. The exterior of the cube presents a textured, grid-like pattern created by the orderly arrangement of these tubes. This use of industrial materials and repetition reflects Hesse’s exploration of organic forms, structure, and texture within her minimalist aesthetic. The interior of the cube is lined with similarly arranged plastic tubes, giving it a dynamic, tactile quality that contrasts with the rigid geometry of the outer form.