“Rules of Inference” is an artwork by Mel Bochner created in 1974, utilizing the medium of aquatint. This piece, which belongs to the Conceptual Art movement and is categorized within the abstract genre, is currently housed at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, NY, US.
The artwork features a black background with a composition of white dots arranged in various linear and circular patterns. The placement of the dots incorporates both structured and seemingly random configurations, evoking a sense of abstract order and methodical arrangement. The stark contrast between the black background and the white dots emphasizes the deliberate and thoughtful nature of the composition, inviting viewers to engage with the underlying principles and ideas suggested by the title “Rules of Inference.”
