The artwork, titled “Sky Hook (Maquette)” and created by Louise Nevelson in 1977, is a sculpture that falls under the Abstract Expressionism art movement.
This sculpture exhibits a complex interplay of geometric shapes and abstract forms, unified by a monochromatic scheme. Various elongated and angular elements are assembled in a vertical arrangement, eliciting a sense of upward motion. The composition features a stark contrast between solid, structural blocks and dynamic, curved fragments, creating a balanced yet dynamic visual tension. The muted palette enhances the sculpture’s textural nuances and emphasizes the artist’s exploration of form and space, characteristic of Abstract Expressionism.