The artwork titled “Graphic Tectonic” was created by Josef Albers in 1941. Produced using pen, ink, and paper, this piece belongs to the Constructivism and Op Art movements and falls under the abstract genre. The dimensions of the artwork are 45.6 x 59.2 cm.
“Graphic Tectonic” features a series of meticulously drawn parallel lines arranged in a nested, geometric pattern within a rectilinear frame. Each line is uniformly spaced, creating a maze-like, optical design that demonstrates precision and careful calculation. Subtle shifts in the pattern generate a sense of depth and dimensionality, inviting the viewer to experience the interplay of lines and negative space. The grid background further emphasizes the piece’s structural and systematic nature, characteristic of Albers’ exploration of form and perception in art.
