The artwork, “Study for Homage to the Square. Departing in Yellow,” created by Josef Albers in 1964, is a seminal piece in the art movement known as Hard Edge Painting. This abstract work, composed using oil on fiberboard, is part of Albers’s renowned “Homage to the Square” series. It is currently housed in the Tate Modern in London, UK.
The composition of the artwork features a series of nested squares, each carefully painted in varying shades of yellow. These geometrically precise shapes create a visual effect that explores the interaction of color and form. The subtle gradations in tone and the meticulous arrangement of the squares exemplify Albers’s interest in color theory and the optical effects of color juxtaposition. This methodical approach invites viewers to contemplate the nuances of color perception and the spatial relationships between the squares.
