“Five Scratches” is an installation artwork created by Richard Artschwager in 1969. It is associated with the Conceptual Art and Minimalism movements.
The artwork features five evenly spaced, vertical marks or depressions on a monochromatic surface, which likely represent scratches. The simplicity and geometric arrangement of these elements align with the minimalistic aesthetic, while the conceptual aspect is suggested through the abstract and interpretive nature of the scratches. The precise and deliberate placement invites contemplation on the meaning and intention behind these marks within the realm of contemporary art.
