“Homage to the Square” is a notable artwork created by Josef Albers in 1967. This piece, rendered in oil on masonite, exemplifies the Hard Edge Painting movement and belongs to the abstract genre. The artwork, part of the “Homage to the Square” series, measures 60.96 by 60.96 centimeters.
The artwork displays a series of nested squares, each progressively smaller and of differing colors, creating a focused and symmetrical composition. The central square is a vibrant red, which is enveloped by a series of brown and yellow-toned quadrilaterals. This arrangement showcases Albers’ exploration of color theory and perception, with each color impacting the appearance of adjacent hues. The simplicity and geometric precision of the design reflect the principles of the Hard Edge Painting movement, drawing attention to the interaction of color and form.
