“Bora III,” created by the artist Victor Vasarely in 1964, is an abstract oil painting executed in the Op Art movement. The artwork measures 149.2 x 141 cm and exhibits Vasarely’s characteristic precision and optical effects, aiming to engage and challenge the visual perception of the viewer.
The artwork features a series of parallel black and white stripes meticulously arranged to create a sense of depth and movement. At the center, a smaller rectangle of stripes is surrounded by progressively larger rectangles, giving the illusion of a receding, tunnel-like space. The interplay of light and dark tones dynamically fluctuates, making the static composition appear active. The linear arrangement and manipulation of space exemplify Vasarely’s mastery in creating visual tension through simplicity, inciting an intellectual and emotional response in the observer.
