The artwork titled “Tempo Series #2” by artist Sam Gilliam, dated 2010, is a sculpture that falls within the Lyrical Abstraction art movement.
The artwork presents itself as a dynamic and vibrant piece, comprised of colorful draped fabric that appears to cascade and fold in layers. The varied hues – including bold shades of red, blue, yellow, and green – merge and interplay, creating a vivid and engaging visual experience. The fabric’s fluidity and the way it is arranged lend the piece a sense of movement and spontaneity, characteristic of Gilliam’s innovative approach within the Lyrical Abstraction genre. This sculptural representation embodies both a painterly quality and an intricate three-dimensional form, inviting viewers to appreciate its aesthetic depth and complexity.