“Constellation According to the Laws of Chance,” created by Jean Arp around 1930, is an abstract wooden artwork associated with the Surrealism art movement. This piece is housed in the Tate Modern museum located in London, UK.
The artwork features a series of organically shaped wooden forms, both black and white, arranged within a framed white background. The composition appears to be driven by randomness, embodying the Surrealist interest in the role of chance in the creative process. The juxtaposition of the light and dark shapes creates a dynamic visual contrast, inviting viewers to explore the interplay of form and space. The smooth, curved edges and the seemingly spontaneous arrangement of these forms reflect Arp’s inclination toward natural shapes and his departure from traditional artistic conventions.